Monteverdi Vespers of 1610 - Belfast

Bringing our 2026/27 season to a grand finale, we present Claudio Monteverdi's masterpiece, 'Vespro della Beata Virgine' (Vespers of 1610). This pioneering work is among the most important and influential pieces of classical music ever written, a milestone in the transition from the Renaissance to the Baroque. The scale, style and splendour of this music will make this an unmissable performance.

Under the direction of Malachy Frame, this concert will feature the professional singers and instrumentalists of Sestina Music, including our 2026/27 Next Generation Artists. For the first time we will also be performing alongside choristers from choirs across Belfast; St George's Parish Church,St Polycarp's Parish Church, andSt Peter's Cathedral. A unique collaboration, we are proud to be bringing together generations of musicians in a celebration of this rarely heard music in Belfast.

Generously supported by: The National Lottery through the Arts Council of Northern Ireland The Continuo Foundation