Echo Vocal Ensemble present a special performance celebrating the winter solstice this December, which will include live dates in London and Yorkshire.‘Chasing the Night’ will take audiences on a musical journey across the Northern Hemisphere, following dusk as it falls in each country.

With a sound described as “sparkling, poised and powerful” (The Arts Desk), the twelve singers of Echo under conductor Sarah Latto will explore the magic, myth and mystery of the depths of winter through music. Alongside traditional carols, the programme features pieces by Poulenc, Britten and Rachmaninov alongside vocal music from Canada and Iceland.

In London, the group will be joined by some very special guests: the Ugandan artists Danny Sewagudde and Denis Muggaga. Known as ‘Ganda Boys’, this duo are internationally known for their fresh interpretations of traditional Ugandan chants, and have been collaborating with Echo since the beginning of 2022.

About Ganda Boys www.gandaboys.com

Ganda Boys are a UK-based duo made up of Ugandan singers Denis Mugagga and Danny Sewagudde. They bring a fresh sound to traditional Ugandan songs and chants with a combination of English and Lugandan lyrics and combining vocals with instruments like the Adungu. In 2009 the Ganda Boys began the Ganda Foundation, which operates in Uganda as a registered charity that raises money to combat poverty in the country.

Tour dates

Kings Place, London: Thursday 15 December, 8pm
Birdsall House, Yorkshire: Monday 19 December, 8pm