ANON: NOCTURN

Join us in the Chapter House of Lincoln Cathedral for an enchanting evening of anonymous music inspired by the liturgies of compline and requiem. Interweaving choral sound, solo voices and small ensembles, the programme offers a contemplative reflection on ephemerality, memory and absence. Do not miss this unique opportunity to be transported into a world of sound, mystery and reflection in a breathtaking setting.

During the day, an exhibition of photography by Richard Hall exploring anonymity will be on display in the Chapter House. Richard will speak about his work, and ANON’s Artistic Director, Thomas Wilson, will give a lecture on anonymity and the arts.

We will also be launching ANON’s first book, a new collaborative publication between Richard Hall and ANON bringing together poetry, photography, and reflective and academic essays. Copies will be available on the day in a limited first run.

The daytime exhibition and talks are open to cathedral visitors and are included with standard cathedral entry. Tickets for NOCTURN relate to the evening concert only.

Access to the concert will be through the main doors at the west end of the cathedral.

Please be aware that parking near the cathedral may be limited, as Minster Yard is closed to road traffic for the Frequency Festival.

Complimentary tickets are available for a companion accompanying a visitor with additional access needs. Please contact us in advance to arrange these tickets.

Info: Richard Hall will discuss his photography exploring anonymity, reflecting on how absence, presence and the unseen can be captured through the lens. This talk offers insight into the creative process behind the exhibition and the ideas that underpin his work.

Info: ANON’s Artistic Director, Thomas Wilson, will offer a thought-provoking lecture on the role of anonymity in artistic creation. He will examine how works can exist beyond the identity of their creators, the resonance of voices that history has overlooked, and the ways in which attentive, open-minded listening can reveal new layers of meaning in music and the arts. This talk invites audiences to reconsider assumptions about authorship, presence, and the ways we engage with sound and silence.

Info: ANON presents a programme of anonymous music drawn from the liturgies of compline and requiem. Solo voices, choral pieces and small ensembles explore fleeting moments, hidden stories, and the ephemeral nature of sound. The evening invites audiences to engage with music free from preconception, to listen attentively, and to discover the beauty in what is unseen and unknown.

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