The Lark Ascending - English Chamber Orchestra - Oxford

Highlights

🎼 Stunning programme of The Lark Ascending alongside the beautiful sounds of sound of Vivaldi's Winter from the Four Seasons

🎻 Exceptional classical performances from the English Chamber Orchestra

⭐ The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers

⛪ The beautiful candlelit University Church

General Info

📅 Date: Friday 25th September 2026

🕒 Time: 7-9pm with a break

⏳ Duration: 90 minutes

Come and be swept away by a breathtaking candlelit performance of Vivaldi’s Winter from the Four Seasons with world class soloist Harriet Mackenzie and the English Chamber Orchestra as well as other timeless classics.

A hugely appealing programme is designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many restaurants and bars nearby to complete your evening.

Highlights

The programme also features Vaughan William's magical The Lark Ascending and the stunning Aire from the Mad Lover’s Suite by John Eccles.

Described as "A knockout from start to finish" (The Guardian), Harriet Mackenzie's recordings have received five stars from The Times and nominations for 'Recording of the Year'.

The English Chamber Orchestra is the most recorded chamber orchestra in the world. From its beginning, the ECO has worked with the most significant musical figures in classical music with soloists such as Daniel Barenboim, Placido Domingo, Jacqueline du Pre, Kiri te Kanawa, Yehudi Menuhin, and Luciano Pavarotti.

"I loved the show so much - I can't wait to come back" Audience member.

"It was just exceptional. I couldn't help smiling and pinching myself. These concerts are a real treaure." Audience member

Programme

Concert 1 - 7-9pm

Mad Lover’s Aire - Eccles

Winter, from the Four Seasons - Vivaldi

The Lark Ascending - Vaughan Williams

Romance - Amy Beach

Autumn - Pirotti

Sospiri - Elgar

Tickets

Band A £39.50

Band B £29:50

Band C (restricted view) £20

Child £16

Student £16

VIP Tickets

To enjoy this wonderul event in style:

Solo VIP ticket - £75 champagne reception, cordoned off area pre show, Band A seat, chance to meet the musicians after the show

Couple VIP ticket - £140 champagne reception, cordoned off area pre show, best seats for two, chance to meet the musicians after the show

(This can be with your partner, a friend or a family, not only subject to a romantic partner)

To support charity Music in Action and their mission to help disadvantaged children and bring music to communities please email [email protected]

All profits from this concert will go towards the work of the charity which will include supporting local children in Oxfordshire.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

University Church, University Church, Oxford, United Kingdom

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