Join The Bach Choir and special guests, London City Brass, for a magical evening of Christmas carols conducted by David Hill.

Each year, the Choir treats Cadogan audiences to the perfect selection of carols, both traditional and new, including the winning entry in the annual Sir David Willcocks Carol Competition which supports and encourages composers of all ages.

EPSG:4326

Carols at Cadogan

Cadogan Hall 

Back by popular demand, John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration returns to the Royal Albert Hall with even more festive fun and cheer.

Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Sir John Rutter himself for his much-loved Christmas spectacular that will no doubt get you well and truly into the Yuletide spirit.

A programme of choral and symphonic seasonal classics awaits you, as well as all your favourite sing-along carols. Don’t miss out: bring your family and friends and join us in this magical Christmas celebration!

John Rutter's Christmas Celebration - MatineeJohn Rutter's Christmas Celebration - Matinee

Royal Albert Hall

Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at St Paul's Cathedral for a concert celebrating one of the UK’s most accomplished living composers and icon of choral music, conducted by the man himself, Sir John Rutter.

Sir John Rutter’s Birthday Celebration

St. Paul's Cathedral London

The Bach Choir and the Philharmonia Orchestra join forces for an evening of British music full of gripping stories and stunning landscapes.

The Bach Choir: Belshazzar’s Feast

Southbank Centre

Back by popular demand, John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration returns to the Royal Albert Hall in 2024. Full of John Rutter’s own works and arrangements, alongside symphonic classics and sing-along carols, we are pleased to present two performances of this festive extravaganza on Thursday 5 December 2024 at 3pm and 7.30pm.

John Rutter's Christmas Celebration

Join us for an evening of profound musical reflection with "The Bach Choir: Britten’s War Requiem" at Westminster Cathedral on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, at 7:30 pm. This concert promises to be a moving tribute to peace and reconciliation, featuring Benjamin Britten's powerful War Requiem, a piece composed in memory of the new Coventry Cathedral and in honor of all those affected by the atrocities of war.

Under the baton of conductor David Hill, the performance will showcase the exceptional talents of soprano Elizabeth Watts, tenor Andrew Staples, and baritone Mark Stone. They will be joined by the London Youth Choirs LYC Junior Boys & LYC Junior Girls, and the illustrious Bach Choir, bringing to life Britten's haunting score and the poignant poetry of Wilfred Owen, a soldier and poet who documented the harrowing realities of war and was tragically killed in action in 1918.

Britten's War Requiem, with its interweaving of the traditional Latin Requiem Mass and Owen's evocative war poetry, creates a stark contrast that underscores the futility and devastation of war. The piece is renowned for its challenging compositions, including the use of the tritone interval, known as "The Devil’s Interval," to evoke a sense of unresolved conflict and longing for peace.

Tickets are priced between £10 and £74, with group booking discounts available. The performance will run for approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes without an interval and is recommended for audiences aged 7 and above.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a landmark work of 20th-century music that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, reminding us of the enduring impact of war and the universal yearning for peace. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable evening with The Bach Choir and Philharmonia at Westminster Cathedral.

The Bach Choir: Britten’s War Requiem

Westminster Cathedral

Join us for an unforgettable evening of choral magnificence with "The Bach Choir: The Dream of Gerontius" at the Royal Festival Hall on Thursday, 16 May 2024, at 7:30 pm. This concert promises to be a highlight of the musical season, featuring the combined forces of The Bach Choir and the Philharmonia Orchestra under the baton of David Hill, celebrating his 25th season as Musical Director of The Bach Choir.

The evening will commence with the world premiere of "Cusp" by Roderick Williams, a prelude to the main performance that explores the poignant moments before the end of life. This new commission sets the stage for Edward Elgar's choral masterpiece, "The Dream of Gerontius," based on Cardinal Newman’s poem. The work narrates the journey of an old man's soul from his deathbed to his final reckoning with God, showcasing Elgar's profound musical expression of the human soul's journey.

Featuring acclaimed soloists Jennifer Johnston (mezzo-soprano), Daniel Norman (tenor), and Roderick Williams (baritone), the performance promises an evening of emotional depth and sublime music. Daniel Norman takes on the moving title role, with Jennifer Johnston as the Angel guiding him, and Roderick Williams as the Priest.

Tickets are priced between £15 and £70, with priority booking now open and general booking available from 10 am on Monday, 30 October. Take advantage of multibuy offers, under-18s, and concessions discounts for an opportunity to experience this electrifying and inspirational music-making event. The concert duration is 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval, and is recommended for ages 7 and up.

Don't miss this extraordinary musical journey at the Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London. For more information and to book your tickets, contact the Philharmonia Box Office at 0800 652 6717, Monday to Friday, 10 am – 5 pm.

The Bach Choir: The Dream of Gerontius

Royal Festival Hall

Back by popular demand, Sir John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration returns to the Royal Albert Hall in 2026.

Join us for this much-loved Christmas spectacular – full of John Rutter’s own works and arrangements, as well as seasonal symphonic classics and sing-along carols – all conducted by Sir John himself and featuring the highly esteemed Bach Choir.

The Bach Choir

Dec 4, 2026

Sir John Rutter's Christmas Celebration

Dec 15, 2025

Carols at Cadogan

Dec 4, 2025

John Rutter's Christmas Celebration - MatineeJohn Rutter's Christmas Celebration - Matinee

The Bach Choir