The folk of the Christmas story told through folk songs of old and new songs by Elise Massa. Guest Syrian musicians including Raghad Haddad.

Step inside the medieval sanctuary of St Margaret's Church, Durham, for an hour of folk music and storytelling to carry you into Christmas.

The performance features the 'Antiphons', Advent prayers sung for over a thousand years, reimagined by singer-songwriter Elise Massa, as well as folk carols fused with ancient Syrian music, and the stories of the people at the heart of the advent story.

Produced by Sam Slatcher, singer-songwriter and Arts Chaplain at St Margaret's, with performers including singer-songwriter Elise Massa and violist Raghad Haddad of the Syrian National Orchestra.

Ticket proceeds will go towards:

City of Sanctuary Durham which helps make Durham a welcoming place for refugees and people seeking sanctuary.

Details

St Margaret's Church, Durham (wheelchair accessible)

Thursday 10 December

Doors 6pm · Performance 6.30–7.30pm

Tickets: £8 concession · £12 standard · £25 supporter

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