Classical Notes

Dick O’Riordan: Chamber Choir Ireland sings its way into Space Odyssey

Lux Aeterna by Ligeti – a work made famous in Stanley Kubrick’s famous 1968 film – is included in a concert as part of the Hugh Lane Gallery’s free Sunday afternoon sessions

Classical Chamber Choir Ireland: hour-long performance in the Hugh Lane Gallery. Picture: Dylan Vaughan

Chamber Choir Ireland (CCI) has embarked on what it believes is one of its most exciting seasons ever. CCI’s next concert is part of the Hugh Lane Gallery’s free Sunday afternoon sessions. On October 16 it welcomes guest maestro Zoltan Pad, chief conductor of the Hungarian Radio Choir for a celebration of that country’s glorious choral tradition. Starting at midday, this hour-long performance includes the glorious Lux Aeterna by Ligeti – a work made famous ...