The Nine Bridges Benefice Choir is delighted to be singing Sir John Stainer’s much-loved Passiontide work The Crucifixion during Holy Week, on Tuesday 31st March at 7.00pm, at St Peter’s, Maxey. First performed in 1887, The Crucifixion is a deeply moving meditation on the events of Good Friday. Written to be accessible yet profoundly expressive, it weaves together scripture, reflective choruses, and well-known congregational hymns that invite listeners to contemplate the meaning of Christ’s suffering and love. For many, its music has become inseparable from the spiritual journey of Holy Week. The Nine Bridges Benefice Choir draws together singers from across our churches, united by a shared love of worship, music, and community. Regularly leading services and special events around the benefice, the choir brings warmth, commitment, and joy to everything it sings. We are especially pleased to be joined by our soloists Bradley Smith (Tenor) and Simon Richards (Bass), whose roles as the Evangelist and Christus bring clarity, drama, and depth to this powerful work. All are very welcome to come and listen, reflect, and prepare their hearts for Easter through this beautiful and prayerful music.