Pairings & Odd Couples - Song Company

Pairings and Odd Couples is a bold exploration of musical contrasts, curated by Guest Director Huw Belling. This eclectic program brings together works from different countries and eras, placing composers in fascinating dialogue. Estonian chant meets Irish modernism, while the premiere of Belling’s Fuego Y Agua offers a fresh response to Flecha’s El Fuego.

The program also delves into the timeless versatility of J.S. Bach, highlighting his enduring influence. Spanning centuries, Pairings and Odd Couples ranges from early chant to contemporary compositions by living composers such as Finsterer and Pärt, creating a transcontinental conversation through time. These intriguing juxtapositions reveal the unexpected connections between seemingly disparate musical worlds, offering a compelling reflection on how music bridges cultures and eras.

Guest Director: Huw Belling Soprano: Susannah Lawergren Soprano: Amy Moore Mezzo-Soprano: Jessica O’Donoghue Tenor: Timothy Reynolds Baritone: Hayden Barrington Bass-Baritone: Andrew O’Connor

Bach - Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden

Belling - Fuego Y Agua (World Premiere)

Flecha - El Fuego

Finsterer - Omaggio all Pieta

Andriessen - Ahania Weeping

Panufnik - Nunc Dimittis

Pärt - Magnificat

Pärt - Solfeggio

Barry - Long Time

Lassus - Ut queant laxis

D’Arrezzo - Ut queant laxis

Saturday 20 September 2025 2:00pm Saturday 20 September 2025 7:00pm

Source: https://www.emus.space/archive/2025/9/20/pairings-amp-odd-couples-song-company