Anúna - A Mystical Christmas
On December 4th in Gelsenkirchen-Buer at 6:30 p.m.
Experience Ireland's fascinating voices live
The Irish vocal ensemble Anúna weaves ancient melodies with contemporary timbres, crafting a truly captivating listening experience. With delicate harmonies and a calm, almost meditative presence, the original Riverdance choir immerses its audience in the very essence of Ireland—authentic, emotional, and utterly unique.
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27,50 €
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Payment method: cash only (please have the correct amount ready)
Parish office:
Sankt-Urbanus-Kirchplatz 9, 45894 Gelsenkirchen-Buer
Opening hours: Monday–Friday 9:00–12:00 am, and Tuesday 14:00–17:00 pm
Goldsmith Böckmann:
Ophofstr. 7, 45894 Gelsenkirchen-Buer
Opening hours: Closed on Mondays, Tuesday to Friday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Advance ticket sales: Parish office or Böckmann Goldsmiths
Michael McGlynn
Composer, arranger, and founder of the Irish vocal ensemble Anúna, Michael McGlynn has developed a unique musical language that fuses Celtic traditions with contemporary choral expression, creating works of profound depth and timeless beauty.
Since founding Anúna in 1987, McGlynn has shaped the ensemble’s distinctive, mystical sound—marked by luminous voices, emotional clarity, and poetic intensity.
His compositions are performed worldwide and have been honored with numerous awards.
Elvis Costello
"Michael McGlynn is a remarkable composer and choral leader. Medieval texts and traditional airs are recast in his beautiful and startling music"
Bono (U2)
Anúna, thank you for your genius of melody and harmony!
Billboard
“Anúna is legitimate folklore that weaves religious and secular threads into an enchanting sonic tapestry.”
Impressions
Venue
Probsteikirche St. Urbanus
Our concert will take place in the historic Propsteikirche St. Urbanus in the heart of Buer. With its impressive neo-Gothic architecture, majestic spatial presence, and outstanding acoustics, it offers the ideal setting for an unforgettable musical experience. For many decades, the church has been a vibrant venue for services, concerts, and a wide variety of musical events, making it one of the cultural landmarks of the region. The special atmosphere — the interplay of light, sound, and space — lends every performance a festive yet intimate character. We warmly invite you to experience this unique place with us and let yourself be enchanted by both the music and the setting.
For visitors arriving by car, the Domplatte underground car park (Freiheit, 45894 Gelsenkirchen) is located nearby. From there it is only a short walk to the Propsteikirche St. Urbanus.
