Our final concert this spring celebrates the sounds of strings and piano in all their richness. Internationally acclaimed British pianist Ashley Fripp joins the orchestra to perform equally wonderful works written centuries apart by Bach and Finzi. The strings of OSJ will also perform Finzi's Rom,ance, and Tchaikovsky’s heartfelt serenade, filling SJE Arts with music of beauty and tenderness to round off our season.
Our autumn season continues with an evening of sublime music from J.S. Bach. We are delighted to welcome back young violinist Poppy McGhee who, alongside Michel Tirabosco, will join the Orchestra in conjuring all the musical richness and joy of one the world’s most seminal composers.
We unite Mozart’s Piano Concerto in A Major with three other works inspired by the great master: Tchaikovsky’s affectionate orchestral tribute Mozartiana, Reger’s 1914 delightful theme and variations, and Venezuelan-born Hahn’s playful overture from his 1925 Mozart opera.
From the polka to the waltz, this concert is a celebration of the joy of dance, including the wonderful Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto performed by Jan Schmolck. Operatic orchestral highlights from The Bartered Bride and Die Fledermaus, as well as ever-popular Strauss classics, will transport you to the glamour of the ballroom and beyond.
Written in 1948, Britten’s captivating Cantata conjures the adventures of St Nicholas, depicting the exploits, magic and miracles of this most beloved character. With its inclusion of popular hymns, OSJ Voices will join together with the audience to raise the roof in song, ensuring that the Christmas gift of music is delivered in perfect harmony. We start with a Sequence of Carols orchestrated by Jeremy Lubbock.
Rejoice! Let the music ring out in all its glory. Handel’s much-loved oratorio will be performed by renowned soloists and backed by the full forces of the Orchestra of St John’s and OSJ Voices. A true festive tradition, don’t miss this triumphant celebration of Christmas.