Benson Choral's spring concert will be the first under their new music director, Steven Grahl - a performance of Elijah by Mendelssohn. West Forest Sinfonia will accompany the choir in this great music A resounding success at both its 1846 premiere in Birmingham, England, and at its revised London premiere in 1847, Felix Mendelssohn’s oratorio Elijah has [...]

The sublime beauty and simple power of music is showcased in this evening’s concert. Soprano Ilona Domnich, described by Opera Now as having a voice of ‘silken beauty’, joins the orchestra and OSJ Voices to perform three pieces from the German Austrian greats Brahms and Strauss on a theme of farewell, serenity and peace. Brahms St [...]

Beethoven’s mighty third symphony strikingly marked the end of the classical era. Tonight’s concert sees it perfectly paired with the final orchestral work of his worthy successor, Johannes Brahms. Soloists Charlie Lovell Jones and Yoanna Prodanova come to the stage alongside OSJ Voices for this evening of seminal works from the German masters. The concert [...]

Celebrate Easter with an evening of Mozart’s most sacred music, including his magnificent oratorio, performed by renowned soloists and backed by the full forces of the Orchestra of St. John’s and the OSJ Voices. They are joined by award-winning sisters Fiona and Jean Kelly, who will perform Mozart’s divine Concerto for Flute and Harp, the [...]

A concert full of passion and virtuosic flare, pianist Rupert Egerton-Smith returns with Grieg’s sweeping piano concerto, accompanied by Rachmaninov’s gorgeous second symphony. Join us as we fill the abbey with romantic music at its most glorious. Plus motets from OSJ Voices. Rachmaninov and Grieg motets Grieg Piano Concerto Rachmaninov Symphony No 2 Rupert Egerton-Smith piano OSJ Voices [...]

Marking 150 years since the birth of one of Britain’s most beloved composers, this joyous concert features some of Vaughan Williams lesser known gems, alongside staples of the English classical repertoire. Bringing to life the Lark Ascending is the exceptional teenage violinist Poppy McGhee, a multi award-winning star of the future. She is joined by [...]

The Thames consort directed by Jeremy Boughton with Sharon Warnes (violin) perform instrumental and vocal music including: Tallis, Byrd, Fayrfax, Phillips, Parsons, Corelli, Bach, Blitheman & Morley in the stunning surroundings of Dorchester Abbey All profits from this event will go to support Dorchester Abbey

~ THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED ~   BBC Radio Oxford is delighted to host Christmas at Dorchester Abbey, a celebration of carols and the festive spirit on Monday December 19th. Doors open at 6pm and from 7pm Jerome Sale will host readings from your favourite BBC Radio Oxford  presenters and music from the [...]

You are invited to The Coming of Christmas The historic Abbey – beautifully decorated for Christmas – will be bathed in the glow of candles and Christmas lights at a special evening of festive music and readings. We are delighted to announce that The Donaghue Concert will be joining us this year. The Concert features [...]