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St Mary's Church, Dorchester
Join us for an unforgettable experience this summer as the magnificent St Mary's Church in Dorchester opens its doors to the Harmony Festival — a celebration uniting the heart of our community with the wonders of Nature, the brilliance of Art, and the soul-stirring power of Music!
June 11th - 14th
Nature takes centre stage , where lush blooms will adorn the magnificent architecture of many parts of the church.
Art will come alive in both familiar and unexpected forms. Local artists will display their stunning works within and outside the church. Wander through a captivating gallery of paintings and sculptures where every brushstroke symbolizes community shared.
Music will envelop the venue, with a diverse line-up of talented musicians. Witness live performances from classical compositions, modern twists from the sound of the organ to stirring vocal harmonies.
An Art at the Duchess presentation
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STAMPEDE BY THE SEA & WELDMAR
There will be a small selection of the baby elephants on display, designed by local schools and CAROLINE TRENCHARD
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A unique piece of sculpture by Robert Marshall MRSS will be on display . He salvaged a door from Toretsk, Ukraine, which is covered in scorch marks from the heat of a blast and has a hole blown through it. The conceptual and environmental sculptor said he chose the door as it represents the "safety and security" people have at home, and he wanted to draw attention to what families had lost during Russia's full-scale invasion.
The West Dorset Singers
A concert by The West Dorset Singers which will include excerpts from Carl Orff's Carmina Burana. The choir was founded in 1966 and has since grown to become the largest choir in West Dorset. For over 60 years they were known as The New Elizabethan Singers, but in 2023 they decided to change our name to the West Dorset Singers.
Also in the programme will be items from The Broadoak Choir.
Wednesday 11th June
7.30pm
Thursday 12th June
7.30pm
Dorchester Rock Choir
Join Us for an Evening of Music with the Dorchester Rock Choir!
Get ready to be swept away by the harmonious sounds of the Dorchester Rock Choir! This talented and versatile choral ensemble invites you to an unforgettable evening filled with a diverse range of popular music that will resonate with audiences of all ages.
Whether you're a fan of classic hits, contemporary chart-toppers, or timeless anthems, the Dorchester Rock Choir has something special in store for you. Their dynamic performances are known for their energy and passion, making every song come alive in a way that will leave you humming long after the final note.
Concert Recital
MATT WALTERS
After studying Classics and being an Organ Scholar at Homerton College, Matt Walters has found a new role championing organ music for a new generation of listeners.
In his performances at Wells Cathedral and elsewhere, Matt likes to include classic, dance and film music and his favourite piece of classical music is Mozart’s Requiem “because it is epic and evokes a wide and range of powerful emotions.” Matt has also experimented with remixing dance tracks with Handel’s Zadok the Priest which is traditionally associated with the coronation, to make classical music more accessible.
SATURDAY 14th JUNE
7.30pm
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