Episode 2: Voice

 

In episode 2, James Martin, a chamber singer, performs three pieces in the chapel, where he takes advantage of the natural acoustics of the space to create this musical treat. Take a tour of the chapel while you listen.

If you enjoy the performance, please consider making a donation to Abney Park Trust, the programmers of this series, so that they can continue in their role as curators of this beautiful space and be able to put on future events for you to enjoy.

Watch the performance

Set list

  • Magnum te Micahelem

  • The Turtle Dove

  • Fountains Flowing

Biography

James Martin (Voice)

James Martin is a musician and composer. He was born in Sheffield but raised in Herefordshire. In 2018 James graduated from Selwyn College, Cambridge, where he was awarded the Tony Bland Prize in Music and the Roe Prize for Musical Performance.

In 2019 his first opera was performed at the Royal Academy of Arts. He regularly performs as on the independent venue circuit in London. James currently works as a lay clerk at the Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary, Chester.

We need your continued support

As we are not yet permitted to run our events and usual fundraising opportunities at Abney Park, we need to ask for your continued support. We’re seeking donations to help Abney Park Trust curate a series of events, audio tours and publications on Abney as part of our mission to promote Abney’s history, wildlife and role in the community. We’re also looking to raise funds for our monument restoration programme. Please support us so we can continue in the care and promotion of this beautiful space.

Chapel RecordingHolly Spiceopera, singer