“He brings the songs to life with warmth and wit.“ — The Times
If you’re a lover of song you’re in for a real treat this October. Join Julien van Mellaerts and Orchestra of St John’s for the world premiere of Schumann’s transfixing Dichterliebe, newly orchestrated by conductor John Lubbock, and enjoy gems from the choral repertoire by Bruckner, Stanford and Liszt, performed by the OSJ Oxford Voices
A lively evening of music perfect for warding off the winter chill! We present Schubert’s romping Fifth Symphony alongside songs by Fauré and Saint-Saëns with star soloists Frazer Scott and Hannah Fraser Mackenzie.
Celebrate the festive season with Britten’s vibrant Ceremony of Carols, alongside all your favourite festive songs.
Hallelujah, it’s time for Handel’s Messiah! Don’t miss this festive favourite, featuring the fabulous Hannah Fraser-Mackenzie, Charlie Tetley, Alex Haigh and Sam Hird as soloists
See in the New Year with us at Dorchester Abbey with a selection of joyful overtures and dances. From all-time favourites such as Strauss’ Blue Danube to lesser known gems such as Änderson’s The Typewriter, you’ll be whistling these tunes into 2022!
A heart-warming family concert hosted by the internationally renowned savant pianist Derek Paravicini and friends, including stunning young violinist Poppy McGhee, and acclaimed soprano Hannah Davey, and featuring young musicians on the autism spectrum – some performing for the first time in public. There will be music from a wide range of styles, including classical and jazz. Expect the unexpected!