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We are a small congregation commemorating the 400th anniversary of the death of the village's Elizabethan composer, William Byrd (c.1540 - 1623).

We are planning to erect a permanent memorial to Byrd to mark the quatercentenary since his death, and have begun a fundraising appeal. Our events this year have included a talk on The Life and Times of William Byrd (30 June), including book release; a Commemorative Service of BCP Evensong (2 July); and, welcomed The Stondon Singers who gave a sell-out William Byrd Anniversary Concert on the actual day (4 July). Stondon Massey has also featured on BBC Radio 3's 'Composer of the Week' programme (3-7 July).

This website contains everything you need to know about William Byrd's life and music as well as his links with Stondon Massey. /

Sunday 1 January 2023

The Early Music Show

BBC Radio 3 broadcast a programme, 1 January 2023 2pm, to mark William Byrd.

"2023 marks the 400th anniversary of English composer William Byrd - often hailed as one of the finest European late Renaissance. Hannah French explores his influence with vocal ensemble Stile Antico, including music from their newly released recording."

The Early Music Show - Happy New Year with Stile Antico and William Byrd - BBC Sounds 

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