Virtuoso violinist Jan Schmolck performs Mendelssohn’s iconic violin concerto. This thrilling and emotional piece is accompanied by Mendelssohn’s symphonic poem, the Hebrides Overture (Fingal’s Cave), and his Symphony No. 5 ‘Italian’.
Join OSJ Voices and baritone George Robarts for a night of Christmas favourites that are sure to spark seasonal joy through music from a range of great composers, including Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Christmas Carols
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without Handel’s great oratorio. This seasonal classic will be performed by renowned soloists and backed by the full forces of the Orchestra of St. John’s and OSJ Voices.
Join the Orchestra of St John’s as they celebrate the New Year, with favourites including Strauss and Lehar Waltzes, Polkas and Songs but also a jazz medley with musicians from our Music for Autism programme
Marking 150 years since the birth of one of Britain’s most beloved composers, this joyous concert features some of Vaughan Williams lesser known gems, alongside staples of the English classical repertoire. Bringing to life the Lark Ascending is the exceptional teenage violinist Poppy McGhee, a multi award-winning star of the future. She is joined by OSJ Voices for this evening of celebration, music and song.
A concert full of passion and virtuosic flare, pianist Rupert Egerton-Smith returns with Grieg’s sweeping piano concerto, accompanied by Rachmaninov’s gorgeous second symphony. Join us as we fill the abbey with romantic music at its most glorious. Plus motets from OSJ Voices.