About this Event
Highlights
🎼 Stunning programme features The Lark Ascending and Vivaldi's Winter from the Four Seasons
🎻 Exceptional classical performances from the English Chamber Orchestra
⭐ The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers or seasoned listeners alike
⛪ Immersive candlelit ambience in the beautiful University Church
General Info
📅 Date: Friday 25th September 2026
🕒 Time: 7-9pm with an interval
⏳ 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 alongside other timeless classics.
A hugely appealing programme is designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! Come along and discover why these works are the UK's all-time Classical chart-toppers.
Highlights
The programme also features Vaughan William's "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
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 £49
Band B £37.50
Band C (restricted view) £25
Child £12
Student £16
VIP Tickets
To enjoy this wonderul event in style:
Solo VIP ticket - £80 champagne reception, cordoned off area pre show, Band A seat, chance to meet the musicians after the show
Duet VIP ticket - £155 champagne reception, cordoned off area pre show, best seats for two, chance to meet the musicians after the show
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 supporting local children in Oxfordshire.
Event venue & nearby stays
University Church, University Church, Oxford, United Kingdom
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