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SUMMARY:Shall We Gather at the River
DESCRIPTION:For more than 400 years\, the Black American spiritual tradition has moved over\, across\, and through the waters—waters of life force\, passage\, cleansing\, resistance\, and renewal—depicted in such songs and verses as “Wade in the Water\,” “Deep River\,” “Crossing Jordan\,” and “By the Waters of Babylon.” \nThe power of water and its spiritual dimensions equally resonates in the beautiful\, sacred texts of Bach’s cantatas. Infused with poetry\, Bach’s music sounds and speaks to every drop of water\, in drought and in full flood\, moving and alive. \nThese two musical sources flow together in an act of awakening\, mobilization\, and restorative beauty in the face of climate change. The Oxford Bach Soloists under the music direction of Tom Hammond-Davies and The Choir of Trinity Wall Street are joined by countertenor Reginald Mobley\, tenor Nick Pritchard\, and sheng player Wu Tong to perform a selection of Bach cantatas intermingled with spirituals in a staging by the celebrated director Peter Sellars. This musical call to action illuminates the undeniable truth that water is life\, and that music is a universal language that can unite and inspire. \nThis program is co-commisioned with Park Avenue Armory as part of the COAL + ICE exhibition and series of programs at Asia Society\, Feb. 13-Aug. 11\, 2024\, designed to provoke thought and action on climate change. \n\nSoprano Molly Quinn\nCountertenor Reginald Mobley\nTenor Nick Pritchard\nBass-baritone Jonathan Woody\nSheng Wu Tong\nOxford Bach Soloists\nThe Choir of Trinity Wall Street\nConductor Tom Hammond-Davies\nDirection Peter Sellars\nChoreographer Reggie (Regg Roc) Gray and members of the flexn community\nLighting Designer Seth Reiser\nSound Design Mark Grey
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/shall-we-gather-at-the-river/
LOCATION:Park Avenue Armory\, 643 Park Avenue\, New York\, 10065\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bach Partitas: No. 6 in E minor
DESCRIPTION:J.S. Bach’s partitas BWV 825-830\, the first of which is the composer’s self-proclaimed Opus 1\, form part of his Clavier-Übung I that was published in 1731. There is a substantial body of evidence that suggest that these works were rather popular when first published\, something that we believe remains true today. These six works for keyboard exist as part Bach’s hefty compositional corpus\, and are all functional\, bespoke\, and beautiful. \nJoin us for a celebratory afternoon as we bring our Partitas series to a conclusion. This concert marks a significant moment\, the final performance with OBS before Founder and Artistic Director\, Tom Hammond-Davies\, embarks on a new journey in Dallas\, Texas. Come and celebrate our remarkable journey and the future that lies ahead! \n\nCantata: Nach dir\, Herr\, verlanget mich (BWV 150)\nKeyboard Partita No. 6 (BWV 830)\nAria: Bekennen will ich seinen Namen (BWV 200)\nCantata: Der Friede sei mit dir (BWV 158)\n\nNach dir\, Herr\, verlanget mich (BWV 150) is filled with youthful vigour and profound spirituality. It is possibly Bach’s earliest extant Cantata\, and showcases the early development of his unique voice. The themes of longing and divine support set a contemplative tone and is one of the most treasured Cantatas in the canon. \nThe intricate and virtuosic Partita No. 6 in E minor (BWV 830)\, with its demanding technical passages and emotional depth\, serve as a bridge between the sacred vocal works and the instrumental brilliance that Bach so masterfully combined. \nThe short aria for solo alto\, Bekennen will ich seinen Namen (BWV 200)\, is a poignant and intimate piece that delves into personal faith and proclamation. This work\, with its delicate orchestration and expressive vocal line\, serves as a lyrical interlude that connects the grandeur of the larger works with individual expression of devotion. \nThe concert concludes with an Easter Cantata for solo bass\, Der Friede sei mit dir (BWV 158)\, bringing a message of peace. Its reflective and optimistic nature provides a fitting and heartfelt farewell.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/bach-partitas-no-6-in-e-minor/
LOCATION:New College Chapel\, Holywell Street\, Oxford\, OX1 3BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241201T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241201T153000
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SUMMARY:Bach: Nun Komm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oxford Bach Soloists for Nun Komm\, a special Advent concert featuring two of J.S. Bach’s cantatas inspired by the hymn Nun komm\, der Heiden Heiland (“Come now\, Saviour of the gentiles”). This hymn\, beloved during the Advent season\, serves as the foundation for both BWV 62 and BWV 36. \n \nOxford Bach Soloists\nDirected by Eamonn Dougan\nWith Emilia Bertolini\, William Purefoy\, Oscar Golden-Lee\, and Ben Davies \nIn BWV 62\, Bach weaves Martin Luther’s 1524 hymn melody throughout both the instrumental and vocal textures with characteristic invention and brilliance. BWV 36 also celebrates this hymn\, but with a fresh approach\, reworking material from Bach’s secular cantatas and introducing an innovative structure where chorale verses replace traditional recitatives\, creating an extended\, two-part work. \nThe concert opens with choruses filled with tremendous energy and joyful anticipation\, heralding the coming of the Saviour. Through expressive arias and chorales\, the music reflects on divine wonders\, the majesty of God\, and the blessings promised to the faithful as we prepare for the birth of Christ. As the hymn urges\, “Laßt die süße Musica ganz freudenreich erschallen” – “Let the sweet music ring out full of joy.” \nJoin us on Sunday\, 1st December at 2:30 pm at St John the Evangelist Church\, Oxford\, and experience the beauty of Bach’s Advent music.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/bach-nun-komm/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Macmillan Follow the Stars
DESCRIPTION:A Magical Christmas with Macmillan \nJoin us for a truly special evening of festive music and literature. Macmillan Cancer Support invites you to the stunning Christ Church Cathedral on Friday\, 6th December 2024\, at 8pm. \nThe Oxford Bach Soloists will perform a breathtaking selection of Christmas carols and choral works. And to add to the magic\, we’re thrilled to welcome renowned actors Shaun Evans\, Jason Isaacs\, Toby Jones\, and Gugu Mbatha-Raw who will share captivating readings. \nYour ticket purchase directly supports Macmillan’s vital work. \nBook your tickets now on the Tickets Oxford website and be part of this heartwarming event. \nPlease note that all performers are subject to change.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/macmillan-follow-the-stars-2/
LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, St. Aldates\, Oxford\, OX1 1DP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250103T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250103T213000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Oratorio
DESCRIPTION:🎼 Bach’s Christmas Oratorio: Parts I\, IV\, and VI 🎼 \nThis January\, the Oxford Bach Soloists perform Parts I\, IV\, and VI of Bach’s Christmas Oratorio under the direction of Steven Grahl. Following their “standout performance of the Christmas Oratorio” (The Guardian\, 2024)\, these concerts bring Bach’s timeless retelling of the Nativity and Epiphany stories to two inspiring venues: \n📍 3rd January – St John the Evangelist Church\, Oxford\, 7.30pm\n📍 4th January – St James’ Piccadilly\, London\, 7.30pm \nFrom the exuberant choruses celebrating Christ’s birth to moments of reflection and triumph\, Bach’s masterpiece will be performed by a stellar ensemble of soloists\, chorus\, and period instruments. \nJoin us and experience the rich beauty of Bach’s music this New Year. \n🎟️ Tickets now available.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/christmas-oratorio/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250104T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250104T213000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Oratorio
DESCRIPTION:🎼 Bach’s Christmas Oratorio: Parts I\, IV\, and VI 🎼 \nThis January\, the Oxford Bach Soloists perform Parts I\, IV\, and VI of Bach’s Christmas Oratorio under the direction of Steven Grahl. Following their “standout performance of the Christmas Oratorio” (The Guardian\, 2024)\, these concerts bring Bach’s timeless retelling of the Nativity and Epiphany stories to two inspiring venues: \n📍 3rd January – St John the Evangelist Church\, Oxford\, 7.30pm\n📍 4th January – St James’ Piccadilly\, London\, 7.30pm \nFrom the exuberant choruses celebrating Christ’s birth to moments of reflection and triumph\, Bach’s masterpiece will be performed by a stellar ensemble of soloists\, chorus\, and period instruments. \nJoin us and experience the rich beauty of Bach’s music this New Year. \n🎟️ Tickets now available.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/christmas-oratorio-london/
LOCATION:St James’s Piccadilly\, 197 Piccadilly\, London\, W1J 9LL\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T213000
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SUMMARY:Handel Messiah with Croydon Minster
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a breathtaking performance of Handel’s Messiah! Experience the masterpiece on 29 March at Croydon Minster. \nHandel’s Messiah is a cherished choral masterpiece often performed in grand venues. However\, its origins are quite different. Handel\, a German émigré\, came to London to pursue a career in Italian opera. When opera was banned during Lent and Advent\, he adapted by composing oratorios\, which were musically similar but not staged theatrically. Messiah was composed in just three weeks in 1742 and first performed in Dublin’s Great Music Hall\, owned by The Bull’s Head Tavern. Handel even borrowed Dublin’s Cathedral Choirs for the performance. This piece\, born out of pragmatism and creativity\, has since become a cornerstone of classical music. \nThe Choir of Croydon MinsterWhitgift Chamber ChoirOxford Bach Soloists \nPhilippa Hyde\, sopranoKatherine Nicholson\, mezzo sopranoSebastian Hill\, tenorJonathan Brown\, baritoneJustin Miller\, conductor
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/handel-messiah-with-croydon-minster/
LOCATION:Croydon Minster\, Church Street\, Croydon\, CR0 1RN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T143000
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SUMMARY:Fürchte dich nicht
DESCRIPTION:OBS Choral Scholars & Alumni\nSaturday 12th April\, 2:30 pm\nSt John the Evangelist Church\, Oxford \nBach’s music has moved and inspired audiences and performers for generations\, but tragedy was a constant companion to him. Orphaned aged ten and father to twenty children\, only ten of whom survived to adulthood\, Bach’s life was deeply affected by loss. This programme explores both Bach’s personal relationship with death\, and music which delves into the Lutheran idea of the ars moriendi\, the art of dying.\nThe central work is Heinrich Schütz’s landmark work\, Musikalische Exequien\, the first sung Requiem in German. The final movement is a setting of the canticle of Simeon\, which is paraphrased in the Lutheran burial chorale\, Mit Fried und Freud ich fahr dahin\, presented here in its setting by Dieterich Buxtehude. \nJ.S. Bach’s older cousin\, Johann Christoph Bach had a link to Heinrich Schütz through his education in Arnstadt. His setting of Lieber Herr Gott\, wekke uns auf was performed at J.S. Bach’s funeral\, and the two cousin’s settings of Fürchte dich nicht frame the programme. Selections from J.S. Bach’s great unfinished deathbed work\, The Art of Fugue\, is also presented here in a version for keyboard duet. \nDirected by Dónal McCann\, with harpsichordist Anhad Arora and singers from the OBS Choral Scholarship Scheme.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/furchte-dich-nicht/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250417T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250417T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
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SUMMARY:St John Passion
DESCRIPTION:Bach’s St John Passion – Easter 2025 \nThis Easter\, the Oxford Bach Soloists invite you to experience one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s most compelling works\, the St John Passion. Performed across two evenings\, the piece tells the story of the Passion with intimacy and drama\, brought to life by a superb lineup of musicians. \nThe role of the Evangelist will be sung by James Oxley\, with Jonathan Arnold as Christ and Ben Davies as Pilate. They are joined by Emilia Bertolini\, Rebecca Leggett\, and Thomas Kelly\, alongside our exceptional orchestra and chorus. This year’s chorus brings together alumni of our Choral Scholarship Scheme and our new scholars\, creating a truly rich and collaborative sound.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/st-john-passion-3/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250418T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250418T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
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SUMMARY:St John Passion
DESCRIPTION:Bach’s St John Passion – Easter 2025 \nThis Easter\, the Oxford Bach Soloists invite you to experience one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s most compelling works\, the St John Passion. Performed across two evenings\, the piece tells the story of the Passion with intimacy and drama\, brought to life by a superb lineup of musicians. \nThe role of the Evangelist will be sung by James Oxley\, with Jonathan Arnold as Christ and Ben Davies as Pilate. They are joined by Emilia Bertolini\, Rebecca Leggett\, and Thomas Kelly\, alongside our exceptional orchestra and chorus. This year’s chorus brings together alumni of our Choral Scholarship Scheme and our new scholars\, creating a truly rich and collaborative sound.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/st-john-passion-3-london/
LOCATION:St James’s Piccadilly\, 197 Piccadilly\, London\, W1J 9LL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T154500
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SUMMARY:Singet dem Herrn
DESCRIPTION:OBS Choral Scholars & Alumni\nSaturday 3rd May\, 2:30 pm\nSt Peter’s College Chapel\, Oxford \nA sacred exploration of the emotional and spiritual depth of Easter\, this programme begins with themes of liberation and devotion\, then weaves through sorrow\, hope\, and the promise of resurrection\, culminating in a triumphant celebration of Christ’s victory over death. Featuring works by Samuel Wesley\, Schütz\, Scheidt\, Schein and J.S. Bach\, this concert reflects the journey from darkness to light\, filled with moments of joy\, longing\, and the unwavering certainty of the resurrection. \nDirected by Quintin Beer with harpsichordist Anhad Arora and singers from the OBS Choral Scholarship Scheme.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/singet-dem-herrn/
LOCATION:St Peter’s College Chapel\, New Inn Hall Street\, Oxford\, OX1 2DL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250524T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250524T154500
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SUMMARY:Bach at Home: Toccatas 1
DESCRIPTION:Bach Toccata Series: Bach in Context\n 24 May at 2:30pm\n St John the Evangelist Church\, Oxford\n Talk: Bach at Home – Professor Henrike Lähnemann\n Curated by Anhad Arora (harpsichord)\nWith Henrik Persson (viola da gamba)\, Davina Clarke (violin)\, and Dónal McCann (harpsichord) \nThe first event in this new chamber series includes a talk by Professor Henrike Lähnemann\, exploring the domestic world that shaped so much of Bach’s creative life. “Bach at Home” offers insight into the Notenbüchlein der Anna Magdalena Bach\, the vibrant musical culture of the Bach family\, and the ways in which music was passed on\, shared\, and improvised in the home. \nCurated by Anhad Arora\, this programme focuses on works written for intimate settings — virtuosic\, expressive\, and rich in conversation between instruments. \n Programme: \n\nToccata in D minor\, BWV 912\nGamba Sonata in G major\, BWV 1027\nViolin Sonata in E major\, BWV 1016\nToccata in G minor\, BWV 915\n\nJoin us for an afternoon of context and performance that brings Bach’s home life — and his astonishing chamber music — vividly to life. \n Further concerts in this series will be on: 14 June & 19 July (save the dates!) – more details to follow.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/bach-at-home-toccatas-1/
LOCATION:St John the Evangelist Church\, 109A Iffley Road\, Oxford\, OX4 1EH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T154500
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SUMMARY:Bach at the Salon: Toccatas 2
DESCRIPTION:Leipzig in 1720s was an intellectual hub\, with the local university\, organised in ‘collegia’ and learned societies. Especially formative for J S Bach was the open house kept by Christiana Mariana von Ziegler\, one of the earliest forerunners of what became known as Enlightenment’s “Salonkultur”. Here the members of the ‘Deutsche Gesellschaft’\, a literary society\, intellectuals\, and artists met. 300 years ago\, in 1725\, Bach set a series of cantatas by von Ziegler who later became the first female ‘Poet Laureate’ of Germany. The talks explores this intellectual scene and its influence on secular cantatas. \n\nToccata in E minor BWV 914\nExcerpts for voice and harpsichord from the 1725 Notenbüchlein for Anna Magdalena Bach\nGamba Sonata in D major BWV 1028\nToccata in C minor BWV 911\n\nSave the date! More info to follow soon.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/bach-at-the-salon-toccatas-2/
LOCATION:St Michael at the North Gate\, Cornmarket\, Oxford\, OX1 3EY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250719T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250719T154500
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SUMMARY:Bach at School: Toccatas 3
DESCRIPTION:J S Bach taught at the Thomasschule in Leipzig\, where music was not just a practical exercise but part of the Liberal Arts canon\, consisting of the ‘trivium’ (grammar\, logic\, rhetoric) and the ‘quadrivium’ (astronomy\, arithmetic\, geometry\, and music). Music in this curriculum was an extension of calculating mathematical proportions but also built on skills-training in the scansion of antique poetry by Virgil or performing the plays by Terence. ‘Quid is tempus?’ (‘What is time’ / ‘How to measure timing’?) asked the Introduction to Physics by the Humanist Philip Melanchthon\, still in use in the early 18th century. The final talk explores how Bach’s musical rhetoric is shaped by this academic approach and influences his choice of texts\, topics\, and genres. \n\nToccata in G major BWV 916\nViolin Sonata in G major BWV 1021\nGamba Sonata in G minor BWV 1029\nToccata in D major BWV 912\n\nThis is the final concert in this series! More details of our 25/26 season will be coming soon.\n\n\n \nThere will be a reception for Friends and Supporters of OBS after this concert. If you are not a Friend of OBS\, but you would like to attend\, you can add this option on your ticket sales when purchasing.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/bach-at-school-toccatas-3/
LOCATION:Mansfield College Chapel\, Mansfield Road\, Oxford\, OX1 3TF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T154500
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SUMMARY:'Prelude': Cello Suites 1
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Steven Grahl\, with Henrik Persson (cello)\, Anhad Arora (harpsichord)\, Dónal McCann (organ)\, and OBS Scholars. \nJ.S. Bach’s Cello Suites BWV 1007–1012 are now among his best-known works\, but they were largely forgotten until the early 20th century. Most likely written during his time in Köthen\, each suite is based on Baroque dance forms and combines clarity\, control\, and expressive detail. \nThis six-part concert series from the Oxford Bach Soloists features all six Cello Suites performed by principal cellist Henrik Persson. Each performance also includes choral music from our scholars and keyboard works from our co-principal keyboardists. \nThe programme will include: \n\nJ.S. Bach – Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major (BWV 1007)\nJ.L. Bach – Das ist meine Freude\nJ.C. Bach – Ich lasse dich nicht (Anhang BWV 159)\nJ.C.F. Bach – Ich lieg und schlafe ganz mit Frieden\nJ.M. Bach – Nun hab’ ich überwunden\nJ. Bach – Sie nun wieder zufrieden meine Seele\nJ.C. Bach – Lieber Herr Gott\, wecke uns auf\nJ.S. Bach – Der Geist hilft (BWV 226)\nJ.S. Bach – French Suite No. 5 in G Major (BWV 816)\n\nThis is the first concert in this series. Book all 6 concerts before 25th October and get 15% off! \nPriority booking opens Friday 8th August for Friends and Supporters. General booking opens Friday 15th August.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/prelude-cello-suites-1/
LOCATION:Private: Pusey House Chapel\, Pusey House\, St Giles\, Oxford\, OX1 3LZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T103003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T105123Z
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SUMMARY:'Allemande': Cello Suites 2
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Dónal McCann\, with Henrik Persson (cello)\, Anhad Arora (harpsichord)\, and OBS Scholars. \nJ.S. Bach’s Cello Suites BWV 1007–1012 are now among his best-known works\, but they were largely forgotten until the early 20th century. Most likely written during his time in Köthen\, each suite is based on Baroque dance forms and combines clarity\, control\, and expressive detail. \nThis six-part concert series from the Oxford Bach Soloists features all six Cello Suites performed by principal cellist Henrik Persson. Each performance also includes choral music from our scholars and keyboard works from our co-principal keyboardists. \nThe programme will include: \n\nJ.S. Bach – Cello Suite No. 2 in D minor (BWV 1008)\nSchütz – Jauchzet dem Herrn alle Welt (SWV 36)\nBuxtehude – In te Domine speravi (BuxWV 53)\nBuxtehude – Cantate Domino canticum novum (BuxWV 12)\nSchütz – Deutsches Magnifcat (SWV 494)\nJ. L. Bach – Wir Wissen\, so unser irdisches Haus\nGabrieli – Jubilate Deo\nH. Praetorius – Te Deum Patrem ingenitum\nJ.S. Bach / Telemann – Jauchzet dem Herrn (BWV Anh. 160)\n\nThis is the second concert in this series. Book all 6 concerts before 25th October and get 15% off! \nPriority booking opens Friday 8th August for Friends and Supporters. General booking opens Friday 15th August.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/allemande-cello-suites-2/
LOCATION:Private: Pusey House Chapel\, Pusey House\, St Giles\, Oxford\, OX1 3LZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260103T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260103T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T110118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T171410Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Oratorio
DESCRIPTION:Bach’s Christmas Oratorio: Parts I\, II\, and VI \n​Oxford Bach Soloists\nSteven Grahl\, director\nNicholas Mulroy\, evangelist and tenor soloist\nMariana Rodrigues\, soprano\nStephanie Franklin\, alto\nBen Davies\, bass \nThis January\, the Oxford Bach Soloists perform Parts I\, II\, and VI of Bach’s Christmas Oratorio under the direction of Steven Grahl. Following their “standout performance of the Christmas Oratorio” (The Guardian\, 2024)\, this concert bring Bach’s timeless retelling of the Nativity and Epiphany stories to life. \n3rd January 2026 – University Church\, Oxford at 7.30pm \nFrom the exuberant choruses celebrating Christ’s birth to moments of reflection and triumph\, Bach’s masterpiece will be performed by a stellar ensemble of soloists\, chorus\, and period instruments. Join us and experience the rich beauty of Bach’s music this New Year.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/christmas-oratorio-2026/
LOCATION:University Church of St Mary The Virgin\, The High Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4BJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20251218T140855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T140855Z
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SUMMARY:Bach: Mass in B minor
DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of Sarah Baldock\, Winchester Philharmonic Choir will be joined by Winchester College Choral Society and Chapel Choir and Winchester Cathedral Chamber Choir to perform one of the finest works in the choral repertoire\, Bach’s Mass in B Minor.\nWinchester Philharmonic Choir\nWinchester College Choral Society\nWinchester College Chapel Choir\nWinchester Cathedral Chamber Choir\nOxford Bach Soloists \nSarah Baldock\, Director\nSofia Kirwan-Baez\, soprano\nCharlotte Bowden\, soprano\nHugh Cutting\, countertenor\nSebastian Hill\, tenor\nMorgan Pearse\, bass \nTickets:\nA–J\, £48\nK–Q\, £40\nR–Y\, £30\nZ–MM\, £24\nNN–ZZ\, £15\nBlocks 1–6 (North Aisle)\, £10
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/bach-mass-in-b-minor/
LOCATION:Winchester Cathedral\, 9 The Cl\, Winchester\, SO23 9LS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T104048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T173736Z
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SUMMARY:'Courante': Cello Suites 3
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Steven Grahl\, with Henrik Persson (cello)\, Dónal McCann (organ)\, Anhad Arora (harpsichord)\, and OBS Scholars. \nJ.S. Bach’s Cello Suites BWV 1007–1012 are now among his best-known works\, but they were largely forgotten until the early 20th century. Most likely written during his time in Köthen\, each suite is based on Baroque dance forms and combines clarity\, control\, and expressive detail. \nM. Praetorius In dulci jubilo\nScheidt Puer natus in Bethlehem\nJ.S. Bach Der Tag\, der ist so freudenreich (BWV 605)\nLassus Resonent in laudibus\nSchütz Das Wort ward Fleisch (SWV 385)\nJ.S. Bach Jesu\, meine Freude (BWV 610)\nHassler Angelus ad pastores ait a 9\nLassus Omnes de Saba venient\nJ.S. Bach Suite No. 3 in C major (BWV 1009)\nEccard Maria wallt zum Heiligtum\nBuxtehude Mit Fried und Freud ich fahr dahin\nSchütz Herr\, nun lässest du deinen Diener (SWV 432)\nH. Praetorius Magnificat quinti toni – Joseph\, lieber Joseph mein – In dulci jubilo
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/courante-cello-suites-3/
LOCATION:Private: Pusey House Chapel\, Pusey House\, St Giles\, Oxford\, OX1 3LZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T104324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T162539Z
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SUMMARY:'Sarabande': Cello Suites 4
DESCRIPTION:J.S. Bach’s Cello Suites BWV 1007–1012 are now among his best-known works\, but they were largely forgotten until the early 20th century. Most likely written during his time in Köthen\, each suite is based on Baroque dance forms and combines clarity\, control\, and expressive detail. \nThe concert is directed by Dónal McCann and will feature: \n\nJ.S. Bach’s Cello Suite No. 4 in Eb major (BWV 1010)\nJ.S. Bach’s Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit ‘Actus Tragicus’ (BWV 106)\nJ.M. Bach’s ‘Halt\, was du hast’\nand more…\n\nThis six-part concert series from the Oxford Bach Soloists features all six Cello Suites performed by principal cellist Henrik Persson*. Each performance also includes choral music from our scholars and keyboard works from our co-principal keyboardists. \nThis is the fourth concert in this series. \n*We will be joined by cellist Richard Tunnicliffe for this concert.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/sarabande-cello-suites-4/
LOCATION:Private: Pusey House Chapel\, Pusey House\, St Giles\, Oxford\, OX1 3LZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T111133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T162741Z
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SUMMARY:St John Passion - Oxford
DESCRIPTION:Bach’s St John Passion – Easter 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Easter\, the Oxford Bach Soloists invite you to experience one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s most compelling works\, the St John Passion. This piece tells the story of the Passion with intimacy and drama\, brought to life by a superb line-up of musicians. \n  \nConducted by Steven Grahl \nSimon Wall\, Evangelist \nBen Davies\, Christus \n 
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/st-john-passion-oxford-2026/
LOCATION:University Church of St Mary The Virgin\, The High Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4BJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250225T125549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T170225Z
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SUMMARY:St John Passion - London
DESCRIPTION:This Easter\, the Oxford Bach Soloists invite you to experience one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s most compelling works\, the St John Passion. This piece tells the story of the Passion with intimacy and drama\, brought to life by a superb line-up of musicians.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConducted by Steven Grahl\nSimon Wall\, Evangelist\nBen Davies\, Christus \nBook Tickets
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/st-john-passion-london-2026/
LOCATION:St James’s Piccadilly\, 197 Piccadilly\, London\, W1J 9LL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T104808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T115819Z
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SUMMARY:'Galanteries': Cello Suites 5
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Steven Grahl\, with Henrik Persson (cello)\, Anhad Arora (harpsichord)\, and OBS Scholars. \nJ.S. Bach’s Cello Suites BWV 1007–1012 are now among his best-known works\, but they were largely forgotten until the early 20th century. Most likely written during his time in Köthen\, each suite is based on Baroque dance forms and combines clarity\, control\, and expressive detail. \nThis six-part concert series from the Oxford Bach Soloists features all six Cello Suites performed by principal cellist Henrik Persson. Each performance also includes choral music from our scholars and keyboard works from our co-principal keyboardists. \nThis is the fifth concert in this series.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/galanteries-cello-suites-5/
LOCATION:Private: Pusey House Chapel\, Pusey House\, St Giles\, Oxford\, OX1 3LZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T073744
CREATED:20250805T105009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T115748Z
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SUMMARY:'Gigue': Cello Suites 6
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Steven Grahl\, with Henrik Persson (cello)\, Anhad Arora (harpsichord)\, and OBS Scholars. \nJ.S. Bach’s Cello Suites BWV 1007–1012 are now among his best-known works\, but they were largely forgotten until the early 20th century. Most likely written during his time in Köthen\, each suite is based on Baroque dance forms and combines clarity\, control\, and expressive detail. \nThis six-part concert series from the Oxford Bach Soloists features all six Cello Suites performed by principal cellist Henrik Persson. Each performance also includes choral music from our scholars and keyboard works from our co-principal keyboardists. \nThis is the final concert in this series.
URL:https://www.oxfordbachsoloists.com/event/gigue-cello-suites-6/
LOCATION:Private: Pusey House Chapel\, Pusey House\, St Giles\, Oxford\, OX1 3LZ\, United Kingdom
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