Upcoming Events

Tuesdays@1 Organ Recitals run every Tuesday lunchtime from May – October. Guest organists perform on our magnificent Klais Organ.

May Organists:

• 5 May – Marcus Sealy, formerly Sub-Organist of Bath Abbey
• 12 May – Peter King, Organist Emeritus, marking the 10th anniversary of his retirement as Director of Music at Bath Abbey
• 19 May – David Thomas, Exeter College, Oxford
• 26 May – Francis Murton, Jersey

All are welcome.

Tickets available online HERE

PROGRAMME

Puccini – “Nessun Dorma” from Turandot
Delibes – “Flower Duet” from Lakme
Mozart – Marriage of Figaro overture
Puccini – “O Mio Babbino Caro” from Gianni Schicchi
Rossini – Barber of Seville Overture
Verdi – “La donna e mobile” from Rigoletto
Bizet – Habanera from Carmen
Puccini – “Un Bel Di Vedremo” from Madame Butterfly
Puccini – “E Lucevan le Stelle” from Tosca
and many, many more!

ABOUT

London Concertante presents a sensational evening at the opera with an array of the finest opera arias and overtures, performing works from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart. Enjoy some of the best from Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, The Barber of Seville, Carmen, Così fan tutte and so much more.

Experience the thrill, drama, and romance of some of opera’s most beloved and immersive stories, performed by acclaimed live orchestra, London Concertante, and some of the UK’s greatest opera singers – all presented by spectacular candlelight as part of their sell-out Candlelight Concerts series

Feel the intensity of Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma” from the epic opera Turandot, as its powerful notes sweep over you. Delight in the delicate harmonies of Delibes’ “Flower Duet” from Lakme, a floral celebration of soprano voices. Meanwhile Mozart’s “Marriage of Figaro Overture” sets the tone for comedic intrigue, leading seamlessly to the emotional depth of Puccini’s “O Mio Babbino Caro” from Gianni Schicchi.

The evening continues with the lively overture from Rossini’s Barber of Seville, followed by Verdi’s spirited “La donna e mobile” from Rigoletto. Experience the seductive allure of Bizet’s Habanera from Carmen before being serenaded by Puccini’s heartrending arias, “Un Bel Di Vedremo” from Madame Butterfly and “E Lucevan le Stelle” from Tosca.

If you don’t consider yourself ‘in the know’ about Rossini, Verdi, or Puccini, fear not, this is the orchestra for you. London Concertante boasts an impressive record in which half of all spectators are first time classical concert goers.

The highly acclaimed orchestra has its audience laughing at jokes, gasping at virtuosity, moved by gorgeous string playing, and leaving with a smile on their faces.

Join us for a night where each piece is a precious gem, meticulously chosen to showcase the depth and diversity of the operatic experience.

Let the melodies resonate in your heart and soul, as the performers transport you to a world of classical music, passion, drama, and exquisite musicality.

Chipperfield Choral Society is a mixed voice choir based in Chipperfield, Hertfordshire.  We give a carol concert in December in the local Chipperfield Church, a Spring Concert in another local larger church on a sacred theme, where we have recently given an acclaimed performance of Mozart’s Requiem and Haydn’s Maria Theresa Mass, followed by a mixed programme of music for our Summer Concert in June.  Singing songs on the theme of ‘Look at the World’, choir members are delighted to be performing at Bath Abbey as part of the lunchtime recital series.

There are no auditions for the choir as we believe that anyone with a love of music and singing is welcome to join our weekly rehearsals in the local Village Hall. We aim to achieve a high standard of singing in a fun and friendly atmosphere, under the direction of our MD Sheila Cornall.  We also encourage young talent through an Award Scheme funded by a legacy from a former choir member who enjoyed singing with us so much that she wanted to give something back to the community.

CULLMAN WOMEN SING

Cullman Women Sing, established in 2009, is an accomplished community women’s choir based in Cullman, Alabama, comprising singers aged 18 and above who are united by a shared commitment to musical excellence. The ensemble presents a diverse and engaging repertoire encompassing sacred and seasonal works alongside classical, jazz, and folk-inspired selections. Under the artistic direction of Laura Doss, Cullman Women Sing rehearses throughout the year and presents public performances each May and December. In addition to its own concert season, the choir actively contributes to the cultural life of the Cullman area through collaborations with local theatre productions and guest musicians.

Join our organist for a special behind the scenes tour of the organ. There are 6 tickets available for each tour, numbers are limited due to the small space in the organ loft.

Times:

• 1.50pm
• 2.20pm

Dates (All Tuesdays):

• 5^th May
• 2^nd June
• 7^th July
• 4^th July
• 4^th August
• 1^st September
• 6^th October

Tickets: £15 (Includes a guided Organ Tour + Abbey & Discovery Museum Entry)

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Hertfordshire Chorus makes its long-awaited debut in the beautiful city of Bath with a compelling programme of twentieth century choral music.

Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms provides an electrifying mix of Broadway energy and traditional sacred music. Commissioned for Chichester Cathedral in 1965, Bernstein’s setting of Hebrew psalms pulses with the same rhythmic vitality that made West Side Story a global phenomenon.

Prepare to be swept away by the triumphant radiance of John Rutter’s well-loved Gloria (1974) offering three movements of unabashed joy. From its blazing brass fanfares to its tender central ‘Domine Deus’, this is Rutter at his most melodic and exuberant.

Judge Smith’s Requiem Mass is an utterly distinctive work that fuses progressive rock with symphonic choral music. It was given its first concert performance last year in London by Hertfordshire Chorus to rave reviews, over 50 years after its composition. Originally conceived in 1973 by legendary progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator’s co-founder, this 30- minute work features solo vocalist, full choir, eight-piece brass section, percussion, and rock band, to create a soaring, moving, and thrilling experience.

Programme
Judge Smith – Requiem Mass
Bernstein – Chichester Psalms
John Rutter – Gloria

Performers
Alastair Brookshaw tenor
Maurice Marten treble
Rufus Frowde organ
Matt Turner percussion
Ruth Faber harp
Rock band plus percussion
Bath Philharmonia Brass Ensemble
Hertfordshire Chorus
David Temple conductor

Full Price tickets from £20- £35

The Senior Chapel Choir and Schola Cantorum of Prior Park College, Bath present the programme for their July tour to Tuscany. The programme, which will be performed in cathedrals and churches in Florence and Pisa, includes a range of sacred choral music.

The Senior Chapel Choir & Schola Cantorum of Prior Park College, Bath, are the foremost auditioned vocal ensembles within the school. Comprising students aged 13–18, the choirs perform regularly in concerts and liturgical services within the school’s impressive Chapel — constructed in the early nineteenth century. Recent performances have also included services and concerts in Bath Abbey and Salisbury Cathedral, as well as an international tour to Barcelona, where the choir performed in the iconic Sagrada Família. The ensemble has an established reputation for its accomplished performances of large-scale choral repertoire, including works such as Vivaldi’s Gloria and Fauré’s Requiem.

Tickets available online HERE

Ella and Friends is a heartfelt celebration of the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald. Spanning nearly five decades of iconic music, this elegant cabaret-style performance brings her ingenious charm and translucent voice to life in the stunning surroundings of cathedrals across the UK.

With lush string arrangements, a swinging rhythm section, and sparkling trumpet, the show takes audiences on a journey through her legendary interpretations of the Great American Songbook – from Gershwin to Porter, Berlin to Duke Ellington — alongside her unforgettable collaborations with Louis Armstrong. There are also nods to some of the other jazz icons who shaped her era, including Billie Holiday, Nina Simone and Sarah Vaughan.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the glitz, glamour, and soul of the golden age of jazz in some of the country’s most breath-taking spaces.

Patronal Festival Summer Concert

Come and join the party on our Patronal Festival weekend.

The highly acclaimed Abbey choir will sing choral favourites including Zadok the Priest and Parry’s I was glad before showing off its skill in a range of other styles including iconic arias, show-stopping songs, soulful spirituals and catchy choruses.

Concert Bar available.

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Join us for a lunchtime concert by the Young Musicians’ Platform.

All are welcome.

Join our organist for a special behind the scenes tour of the organ. There are 6 tickets available for each tour, numbers are limited due to the small space in the organ loft.

Times:

• 1.50pm
• 2.20pm

Dates (All Tuesdays):

• 5^th May
• 2^nd June
• 7^th July
• 4^th July
• 4^th August
• 1^st September
• 6^th October

Tickets: £15 (Includes a guided Organ Tour + Abbey & Discovery Museum Entry)

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Haydn Youth String Orchestra

Founded in 1989, the Haydn Youth String Orchestra (HYSO) is one of the leading youth string orchestras in the Netherlands. Based in the north of the Netherlands, the ensemble brings together talented string players aged 12 to 19 and is dedicated to supporting the artistic and musical development of young musicians within the European string-playing tradition.

Many members continue their studies at conservatories, including the Young Talent Class and pre-college programme of the Prins Claus Conservatoire. Conductor Jan-Ype Nota is also affiliated with the North Netherlands Symphony Orchestra and teaches at the Prins Claus Conservatoire in Groningen and the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague.

The HYSO performs at a high artistic level and combines strong technical standards with ambition and commitment. Through weekly rehearsals, study weekends, chamber music coaching, and regular concerts, members gain extensive ensemble experience and opportunities to appear as soloists. Each season, a soloist from within the orchestra is featured.

The orchestra presents approximately twenty concerts each season in the Netherlands and abroad. Its annual international tour is a highlight of the year. Over the past decades, the HYSO has toured widely throughout Europe, as well as in the United States, the Caribbean, and Suriname, earning international recognition and winning several competitions.

For more than 36 years, HYSO has remained a vibrant platform for young musical excellence.

www.hjso.nl

Join our organist for a special behind the scenes tour of the organ. There are 6 tickets available for each tour, numbers are limited due to the small space in the organ loft.

Times:

• 1.50pm
• 2.20pm

Dates (All Tuesdays):

• 5^th May
• 2^nd June
• 7^th July
• 4^th July
• 4^th August
• 1^st September
• 6^th October

Tickets: £15 (Includes a guided Organ Tour + Abbey & Discovery Museum Entry)

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Amanda Aston Msc, Grad Dip Theol. Is passionate about Christian worship and plays violin at Bath Abbey, and for the RUH. She has been playing in the Bath Abbey worship team, at weddings and also lunchtime recitals for a decade. She has played regularly at St Michael’s Without and St. Swithin’s in Bath and Vineyard West Wilts. Also performing solo violin to the President of Singapore, frequently at the British High Commission, and also to Princess Anne in London.

Amanda enjoys arranging and playing violin in Jane Austen events such as 3 annual balls at St Swithin’s for the Genesis Trust, and in the Guildhall, No.1 the Royal Crescent for the Bath Preservation Trust. Also at Stourhead and Montecute House for the National Trust.

Amanda also plays violin at weddings, funerals and other events with her piano accompaniment in “Serenade Strings”.

She also teaches adults violin and has formed the first community Violin Ensemble for the University of the Third Age in Bath; “Simply Strings U3a”.

Recital included with general admittance ticket.

Join our organist for a special behind the scenes tour of the organ. There are 6 tickets available for each tour, numbers are limited due to the small space in the organ loft.

Times:

• 1.50pm
• 2.20pm

Dates (All Tuesdays):

• 5^th May
• 2^nd June
• 7^th July
• 4^th July
• 4^th August
• 1^st September
• 6^th October

Tickets: £15 (Includes a guided Organ Tour + Abbey & Discovery Museum Entry)

Book tickets

Join our organist for a special behind the scenes tour of the organ. There are 6 tickets available for each tour, numbers are limited due to the small space in the organ loft.

Times:

• 1.50pm
• 2.20pm

Dates (All Tuesdays):

• 5^th May
• 2^nd June
• 7^th July
• 4^th July
• 4^th August
• 1^st September
• 6^th October

Tickets: £15 (Includes a guided Organ Tour + Abbey & Discovery Museum Entry)

Book tickets