Delight in a torch lit procession and glorious merriment as the Mediaeval Baebes’ Christmas concert weaves story-telling magic with music, dance, carols, folksong and theatre on Wednesday 6th December.
Baring aloft their flaming torches, the Mediaeval Baebes will be observing the mediaeval tradition of The Procession.
Starting from the vicarage on Queen’s Road at 6.55pm, they will wend their way to All Saints Church in Ryde, before commencing a remarkable evening of festive music and entertainment.
Join in the glorious parade
The torch lit procession will transport you to a magical realm of glittering ceremony and delight.
Joined by their musicians playing drums, bagpipes, whistles, primitive stringed instruments and recorders, you will be welcomed to join in the glorious parade. Or, choose to simply look on in awe as the spectacle unfolds before your very eyes.
Classical chart-topping choir
Exalting the true spirit of Christmas once again, inside the venue music from this classical chart-topping choir will showcase well-known Christmas carols and traditional folk songs, alongside tracks from their latest seasonal album ‘MydWynter.’ And, with captivating storytelling uncovering the origins and folklore hidden in the lyrics, the spirited choral music will also include innovative settings of ancient and romantic poetry.
Pageantry played an important role in mediaeval seasonal festivals. Songs, dancing, pantomimes and games were all part of the festivities; and colourful processions, merry feasts, and joyous church services were essential for celebrating these days of revelry too.
Award-winning
The Mediaeval Baebes are one of the most successful female-led, early music and folk ensembles in Europe. Over the years, the Mediaeval Baebes have released eleven studio albums and won an Ivor Novella Award for their performance on the BBC serialization ‘The Virgin Queen’.
They have also received two Emmy nominations and a Royal Television Society award as the featured artist alongside composer Martin Phipps, for the TV theme tune of ITV’s hit show ‘Victoria.’
In 2023 The Mediaeval Baebes collaboration with Orbital’s ‘Ringa Ringa’ enjoyed number 6 status in the album charts. And, their unique siren call was invited to collaborate with TikTok lockdown sensation The Wellermen, as part of their ‘Explorations’ remix album.
Where and when
Come join the Mediaeval Baebes and be immersed in glorious merriment on Wednesday 6th December 2023 at All Saints Church in Ryde.
The walking procession starts at 6.55pm and the doors open at 7pm for the concert to start at 7.30pm, break for a short interval and close at 9.30pm. The concert will not begin before everyone is through the doors and everyone has their seat.
Tickets are now available from the Website at a cost of £27.50 each and £12.50 for a child.
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