VOX CALDERA
A SACRED JOURNEY
Step into the captivating realm of Vox Caldera Chamber Choir as they present a journey through seven centuries of sacred choral music. Central works are two extended motets for double choir by J S Bach, the imploring Komm, Jesu, komm, and the comforting Fürchte dich nicht. Three Renaissance works offer a diversity in styles of polyphony: the English Byrd’s yearning Ne Irascaris, Domine, the Italian Lotti’s devoted Crucifixus, and Flemish Josquin’s tender pilgrimage Ave Christe, immolate. Bruckner’s 19th-century motet Os Justi recalls these older polyphonic forms, and a more ancient modal tonality. Complementing the polyphonic works, Messiaen’s 20th-century jewel O Sacrum Convivium bids us to come together in warm homophonic harmonies. Come and immerse yourself in this very special choral music journey by Vox Caldera.
Nicholas Routley, Director, Belinda Manwaring, Cello, Hamsa Arnold, Continuo.
DATE & TIME
SUNDAY, 24 March 3:00-4:30 PM
TICKETS
NORMAL $25 CONCESSION $20
VOX CALDERA CHAMBER CHOIR
Vox Caldera is an extraordinary chamber choir resident at the Northern Rivers Conservatorium in Lismore, NSW. Passionate about sharing the joy of singing, Vox Caldera has embarked on a sonorous journey, performing in diverse and captivating settings throughout the region. From the historic streets of Grafton to the serene landscapes of Kyogle, the artistic haven of Nimbin to the coastal charm of Ballina, and the cultural heart of Lismore to the rustic allure of Bexhill and Bangalow, Vox Caldera’s harmonious echoes have graced them all. Their notes have even serenaded the audiences of the renowned Tyalgum Music Festival, creating memories that resonate far and wide.
Since their inception in early 2012, Vox Caldera has remained dedicated to live performances as a means of bringing the magic of music to the community, and has consistently given 2 to 3 major concerts each year.
Join us as we immerse ourselves in the music of Vox Caldera, the chamber choir where every note carries a story, and every performance is a journey into the heart of a cappella magic.
Nicholas ROUTLEY, DIRECTOR
Nicholas has been active in the Northern Rivers since 2010, as a pianist, composer, conductor and musical director of Vox Caldera. He retired from a lectureship at the University of Sydney in 2007, where he was the founder director of the Sydney Chamber Choir for 30 years. During his time there he commissioned and performed many Australian composition.
BELINDA MANWARING, CELLO
Belinda has performed with the SSO, ACO and the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra whilst living in Sydney. Having studied baroque cello with Tim Blomfield, Belinda performed with Salut! Baroque in 2015 and performed a Cello Duo concert in Paris in 2016. In June 2017 Belinda attended the Nelson Bach Residency, studying and performing Bach Cantatas with Juilliard 415 and the esteemed Masaaki Suzuki. Since 2020, Belinda has participated in regular online courses and masterclasses with Canadian cellist Elinor Frey.
