Concerts

Saturday 2 December 2023 at 7:30pmSherborne AbbeyOur annual concert of choral music from across the ages celebrating Advent and the Christmas season, with familiar and new carols to enjoy and discover. This year’s programme ranges from ancient plainsong to the present day – something for everyone, so join us in the very special atmosphere of…

Saturday 8 July 2023 at 7:30pmSherborne AbbeyJoin us for the final concert in our season and enjoy music for a summer’s evening in the spectacular setting of Sherborne Abbey. including Brahms A German Requiem Pianists David Bednall & Simon Clarkson Soprano Katharine Hawnt Bass Tom Butler Beat the airport queues and join us in the…

Thursday 27 April 2023 at 7:30pmSherborne AbbeySherborne Festival ChorusChameleon Arts Orchestra Conductor Paul Ellis Isabella Piggott, sopranoLucy Thalange, mezzo-sopranoHenrik Enger Holm, tenorFlorian Störtz, bass Haydn Mass in B flat, Harmoniemesse Brahms Schicksalslied (Song of Destiny) Schubert Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished) We’re delighted to be part of the community of local singers which constitutes the Sherborne Festival Chorus…

Saturday 18 March 2023 at 7:30pmSherborne AbbeyBach opens a vista to the universe. After experiencing him, people feel there is meaning to life after all. Helmut Walcha Join us for one of the most celebrated works in the choral repertoire, with top soloists and period orchestra – and a belated birthday celebration! We’re delighted that…

Saturday 26 November 2022 at 7:30pmSherborne AbbeyOur annual concert of choral music from across the ages celebrating Advent and the Christmas season. There will be familiar and new carols to enjoy and discover, and the concert will include the world premiere of a setting of the ancient Advent Antiphons by David Bednall, our fortieth anniversary…

Saturday 9 July 2022 at 7:30pmSherborne AbbeyThe final concert in our return season celebrates the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, with music performed at Royal occasions across the centuries, including lots of familiar favourites such as Handel’s Coronation Anthems and Parry’s I was glad, along with some less well known gems too. Join us to celebrate our…