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CAROLS IN THE CATHEDRAL 2026
3 spectacular concerts in St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne
Friday 18 Dec at 8.30 pm
Saturday 19 Dec 2 pm
Saturday 19 Dec 7 pm
RMP presents its ever-popular “Carols in the Cathedral” series – Melbourne’s premier concerts of traditional Christmas music, carols, and readings, in the stunning setting of St Paul’s Cathedral.
A magnificent feast of spectacular fanfares and carols, and glorious Christmas music and verse, performed by massed choirs, superb soloists and majestic brass and percussion.
This year's concerts will once again feature a glorious selection of festive music from around the world, including timeless favourites such as *O Come All Ye Faithful*, *Once in Royal David's City* and *Hark! The Herald Angels Sing*, alongside beautiful works by celebrated composers including **Elaine Hagenberg, Kim André Arnesen, Lloyd Larson, Dan Forrest, William G. James** and more!
Featuring the angelic voices of **The National Boys Choir of Australia**, alongside two outstanding guest soloists: **Rachael Joyce, winner of the 2026 RMP Aria Competition**, and internationally acclaimed Australian/New Zealand tenor **Boyd Owen**.
With massed choirs, magnificent brass and percussion, orchestral accompaniment, spectacular fanfares and beautiful Christmas readings, this is a truly unforgettable way to celebrate the festive season.
**Featuring:**
- **Andrew Wailes**, conductor
- **Rachael Joyce**, soprano
- **Boyd Owen**, tenor
- **Stefan Cassomenos & William Schmidt**, piano
- **Andrew Bainbridge**, organ
- **Roland Rocchiccioli & Julie Houghton**, readers
- The National Boys Choir of Australia
- Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Choir
- Melbourne University Choral Society
- Box Hill Chorale
- RMP Orchestra soloists
- RMP Brass and Percussion Consort
- City of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band
**PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES**
📅 Friday 18 December, 8:30pm
📅 Saturday 19 December, 2:00pm
📅 Saturday 19 December, 7:00pm
**St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne**
**🎟️ ALL BOOKINGS THROUGH TRYBOOKING**
All tickets, including Premium Reserve tickets, can be purchased via TryBooking through the RMP website.
**BOOK EARLY! THESE CONCERTS ALMOST ALWAYS SELL OUT WELL IN ADVANCE!**
🎟️ https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1661729
Doors open 30 minutes prior to each performance.
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St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne, Australia
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