London's celebrated vocal ensemble Siglo de Oro brings a program of Renaissance and modern sacred music for their debut Seattle performance in the splendid acoustics of St. James Cathedral.

Siglo de Oro is one of the leading vocal ensembles of its generation, praised for its golden tone, fresh interpretations, and innovative programming. The group made its professional debut in 2014 at the Spitalfields Festival, of which the Financial Times said: "Siglo de Oro, under the assured direction of Patrick Allies, performed with vivacity and poise." Since then, the group has given concerts across the UK, appeared live on BBC Radio 3's In Tune, and taken up invitations to sing at festivals in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Finland and Malta.

The ensemble, best known for its work in early music with a repertoire stretching from Hildegard of Bingen to Dieterich Buxtehude, is also dedicated to performing contemporary music. "Renaissance Reflections" offers music from the Renaissance era paired with modern compositions, spotlighting the artistic range of Siglo de Oro.

PROGRAM:
William Daman – Lord Jesus, Think on Me
John Sheppard – The Lord's Prayer
Kerensa Briggs – Media vita
Herbert Howells – Salve regina
Jean Mouton – Nesciens mater
John Browne – Salve regina I
INTERVAL
Plainsong – Creator of the starry night
Thomas Tallis – O nata lux
Derri Lewis – O nata lux
Martin Peerson – Upon My Lap My Soveraigne Sits
Vicente Lusitano – Regina caeli
Arvo Pärt – Bogoroditse Devo
Clemens non Papa – Ego flos campi
Tallis, arranged Chilcott – Canon (God Grant with Grace)

Click here for a PDF of the concert program.