Early English Organ Project
Where to hear them
April 2007- April 2008
Residency at Durham Cathedral,
After a very successful residency at Oxford, the Tudor organs have now been relocated to Durham Cathedral. They will feature prominently in the liturgy of the Cathedral and will also be used for some concerts. Full details of the use of the instruments during the Autumn Term are below.
Use of Wetheringsett organ at Evensongs, Durham Cathedral, Autumn 2007
Wednesday 17 October
5.15pm Evensong
Byrd: Short Service
Hilton: Lord, for thy tender mercies’ sake
Friday 9 November
7.30pm Concert
Featuring the Wetheringsett and Wingfield organs
Saturday 10 November
2pm to 4pm Darlington & District Organists’ and Choirmasters’ Association visit
5.15pm Evensong using the Wetheringsett
Since May 2005 the Wetheringsett and Wingfield organs have been owned by the Royal College of Organists, which also maintains a UK-wide programme of residencies. Such residencies allow organisations to use the instruments in liturgy, in concert, and in educational work.