The Nativity play in St Mary’s was written and directed by Simon Wood, with many helpers.
It contained songs from It’s a Baby! by Mark and Helen Johnson. The cast performed brilliantly and the fresh look at the Nativity story was really appreciated by the audience.
For the first time the cast was joined by an orchestra. The orchestra was largely made up of trebles from the choir, and played exciting carol accompaniments especially written for them by Michael Dow, the director of music. This was a fantastic opportunity for the children from Zone2 and St Mary’s to take part in the service together.
On Christmas Day an orchestra was formed again to accompany some traditional carols. This time it included some of our talented students who were home from universities and conservatoires. On both occasions the orchestral playing really enriched the musical worship; and we look forward to the next time.
Catherine Cleghorn, Ordinand.