O Radiant Dawn is a celebration of the colour red. The colour of passion and romance, red has ignited the imagination of composers and songwriters since time immemorial. Joining the Choir of Newman College is the college’s newly appointed organist, Reuben Johnson, to play Franz Liszt’s ‘Dream of love’ and accompany the choir in this evocative program.

The program includes:

  • Liebestraum by Franz Lizst
  • O ignee spiritus by Hildegard of Bingen
  • O Radiant Dawn by James MacMillan
  • Red by Taylor Swift
  • The Rose by Bette Midler
  • The Rose by Ola Gjeilo

Featuring:

  • The Choir of Newman College
  • Reuben Johnson on piano and organ
  • Director Gary Ekkel
Event Date

Sunday 25 May 2025
3.00pm–5.30pm

Venue

Chapel of the Holy Spirit (Newman College, University of Melbourne)
887 Swanston Street
Parkville

Cost

$40 adult
$30 concession
$10 students