Magnum mysterium choral sacred music concert
The Mirador del Carmen will host the Magnum Mysterium Choir's Sacred Music Concert, featuring baritone David Geary and pianist Brigitta Kovács.
With free admission until capacity is reached, the event will take place on Saturday, April 12th, under the direction of Miguel Ángel Garrido Sánchez. It will begin with the Gregorian chant "Christus factus est."
Estepona City Council announces that the Magnum Mysterium Choir of Estepona will offer its traditional Sacred Concert next Saturday, April 12, at 8:00 p.m., at the Mirador de Carmen Cultural Center.
Attendees will be able to enjoy one of the finest sacred music performances. The concert will begin with the Gregorian Chant "Christus Factus Est" and will be conducted by the Choir's principal conductor, Miguel Ángel Garrido Sánchez. In addition to pianist Brigitta Kovács, the Estepona-based international baritone David Geary will perform as soloist, whose own composition, "Benedictus," is included in the program.
Access to the audition room will be free until capacity is reached.
Holy Week Program 2025:
1.- Christus factus est ------------------------------------------------------------------ Gregorian Chant
2.- Tota pulchra ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Angelina Figus
3.- Agnus Dei --------------------------------------------------------------------------- José Ramón Valiño
4.- Benedictus ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- David Geary
5.- Ave Maria ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MA Garrido
6.- Chorale of the St. Matthew Passion --------------------------------------------------- JS Bach
7.- Domine, non sum dignus ---------------------------------------------------------------- TL Victoria
8.- Amicus meus -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TL Victoria
9.- Judas, mercator pessimus --------------------------------------------------------------- TL Victoria
10.- O salutaris Hostia ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Javier Busto
11.- Cantique by Jean Racine ------------------------------------------------------------- Gabriel Fauré
12.- Jubilate Deo ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Peter Anglea
The Magnum Mysterium Choir has been developing its musical activity in Estepona for over 30 years. Originally called 'Villa de Estepona', it was founded in 1987. Initially, it was established as a chamber choir focused on the study and performance of classical polyphony, and throughout its history, it has incorporated works of all styles and eras into its repertoire, from music from Eastern European countries, Sephardic songs, and popular works to film scores, musicals, and polyphonic scores by contemporary composers.
In 1992, the Choir was established as a non-profit Cultural Association to promote the study and practice of quality polyphonic choral music. It has given concerts in various cities throughout Spain and participated in competitions, exchanges, and international meetings, taking the city's name beyond our borders, demonstrating its outstanding musical quality. It has received the 2011 Torre Almenara Award and the 2012 "Estepónero del Año" award from the International Rotary Club.
Its principal conductor, Miguel Ángel Garrido Sánchez, professor emeritus at the Manuel Carra Professional Conservatory in Málaga, currently devotes his time to conducting choirs, continuing a long career in teaching polyphonic choral music, which he combines with his work as an organist.