Our region holds an exceptionally rich treasury of medieval Christmas songs, but many have been forgotten because their Old Dutch lyrics are hard to follow today. O Kerstnacht unearths these hidden gems, mainly from the Low Countries, with lyrics rewritten in contemporary Dutch.
And so centuries-old words feel close once more. Musically, the programme sits at the crossroads of early music, jazz and folk, with refined arrangements that respect the old while giving it new life.
Formats
Theatre format — For cultural centres and theatres. The organiser provides the technical set-up according to the technical rider; the ensemble brings its own sound engineer.
Venue format — For churches, chapels, abbeys and other special places. The ensemble comes all-in with its own sound, lighting and equipment; the organiser only provides the venue and power.
Acoustic — In smaller spaces the ensemble plays unamplified, close to the audience.
A programme by Eléonor, in collaboration with Merodefestival.