Cratoule Summer School Concert

‘We would be delighted to see you at our concert on Saturday 18^th at 7.30pm. Cratoule Summer School is a long-standing singing week, held in France near Avignon every August. Saturday’s concert is a repeat of a performance in a lovely open-air French Chateau at the end of the course. You will hear a mixture of promising young singers from the conservatoires and older experienced amateur singers.  The programme will offer opera ensembles, songs and some cabaret numbers. The aim of the concert is to raise funds so we can offer bursaries in August 2025 for young singers who otherwise could not afford to attend. Please do come and join us.’

Doors 7pm Concert 7.30pm

Tickets £25 on the door - for advance ticket booking please email marc.verter@gmail.com

“SOUL OF WOMEN” PROJECT
The “Soul of Women” project was born from the idea of the musician, writer and journalist Maggie S. Lorelli, who conducted historical and musicological research to rediscover and perform scores from all historical eras composed by women, and who wanted to extend the project to all areas of society in the common theme of the historical difficulties encountered by women in emerging in certain typically male arts and professions. The “Soul of Women” project is aimed not only at a female audience, but at any individual able to appreciate the quality of women's work in society in all historical eras and in the current one, with a view to gender equality to be achieved first and foremost in the cultural sphere. The show is also aimed at those who simply want to enjoy the music and the interesting biography of the composers performed. The project is currently carried out by “Le Musae Ensemble”, an entirely female group founded by pianist Maggie S. Lorelli, who also carries out a similar program as a solo pianist. The repertoire performed as part of the “Soul of Women” project includes works by Cécile Chaminade, Clara Schumann, Lili and Nadia Boulanger, Mel Bonis, Fanny Mendelssohn, Fiona T. Frank, Gaby Kapps and other composers from all eras of musical history, from the Baroque to the contemporary. This will include a violin and piano piece by Fiona T Frank who will introduce the works.

Lambeth Orchestra Edward VII Meets the Tsar!

Saturday 21st December at 7.00 p.m.

Experience an evening of musical grandeur with Lambeth Orchestra's concert, Edward VII Meets the Tsar!

Immerse yourself in the festive brilliance of Coleridge-Taylor’s Christmas Overture, a jubilant piece brimming with seasonal cheer.

Be enchanted by the exotic and vivid storytelling of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Suite from The Golden Cockerel, inspired by Russian folklore.

The evening culminates in Elgar’s magnificent Symphony No. 1, a stirring testament to British orchestral mastery.

Join us for an evening where regal elegance and cultural splendour harmoniously collide.

7.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m.

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/lambethorchestra/

A Jazzy Christmas – Jo Harrop, Paul Edis and special guests.

 Featuring new arrangements of festive favourites penned by pianist Paul Edis and performed by the ‘velvet-voiced’ Jo Harrop alongside a 9-piece band, A Jazzy Christmas is heading to St. Gabriel's Church, Pimlico this December!

You can expect to hear classic Christmas hits such as ‘Santa Baby’ given a big band treatment rubbing shoulders with more contemporary hits like ‘Driving Home For Christmas’ as a Brazilian samba.

You don’t have to be a jazz fan to like this show, but if you are, you’ll be blown away by the standard of musicianship from some of the leading lights on the UK jazz scene Featuring: Freddie Gavita (trumpet/flugel) Robert Fowler (alto sax/clarinet), Matt Anderson (tenor/soprano sax), Rory Ingham (trombone), Gareth Lockrane (flute/piccolo) Johanna Burnheart (violin) Paul Edis (piano/arrangements), Mátyás Hofecker (double bass), Matt Home (drums)

“Her voice is delicious. When she sings, she moves me. I believe her.” Iggy Pop – BBC
Radio 6 Music

‘A rare mix of delicacy and boldness. Sheer perfection.’ The Guardian

Tickets are £18. Each ticket holder is eligible for one complimentary drink on arrival.

Seats will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
There is no interval for this performance.

Video
https://youtu.be/YB2Sfe1P-2Q

Ticket link
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/pimlico/st-gabriels-church/a-jazzy-christmas-jo-harrop-paul-edis-and-friends/2024-12-20/19:30/t-kreroop

A Colla Voce Christmas: Poulenc’s Quatre Motets pour le Temps de Noel

Saturday 14 December 2024 - 7pm - St Gabriel’s Pimlico 

The acclaimed Colla Voce Singers presents the return of its popular concert ‘A Colla Voce Christmas by Candlelight’ following recent sell out years. Featuring old favourites like O Little Town of Bethlehem and O Come, All ye Faithful for all to join in, and a refreshed programme of festive favourites, including Poulenc's Quatre Motets pour le Temps de Noël, and interval mulled wine and mince pies!

It is highly recommended to book tickets in advance: www.collavocesingers.com or carols.eventbrite.co.uk

https://www.stgabrielspimlico.org.uk/event-list/wwwcollavocesingerscom

Bach to Baby

Saturday 14th December

11:00 - 12:00

Bach to Baby Family Christmas Concerts are back! 

Grab your family, harness up your fastest reindeer and meet us at a Bach to Baby concert for the perfect prelude to the holiday season!

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers, with monthly family concerts on Saturdays at St Gabriel's Pimlico.

Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.

Outstanding Musicians, Exhilarating Performances, Inspiring Locations across the UK. As seen at Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace. Featured in The Times (London) and the New York Times.

Remember: Up to 2 children come free on every Adult Ticket!
Book directly from our website: bachtobaby.com/pimlico

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Camdenmusique - Lost

Experience an intimate evening with camdenmusique, featuring cinematic neoclassical piano and ethereal operatic vocals.

Join us on 13th December at St Gabriel's Church, Pimlico, for an unforgettable concert showcasing his debut EP Lost and new material from his upcoming album Awakening.

The performance will begin at 7 pm, with a short interval and end at 8.30pm approx. Refreshments served.

Doors open at 6.30

London City Orchestra - Conducted by Thomas Payne

Christmas Concert

Featuring Classical & Christmas Music, Including

William Tell Overture

Troika from Lieutenant Kije

and the world premiere of

Winter Light, by Siobhan Connellan

Saturday 7th December at 7.30 p.m.

Tickets: £15, £18.

Join us at 7pm Wednesday, December 4th, at St Gabriel’s Church, Warwick Square, Pimlico, for a spectacular performance of Handel's Messiah.

This iconic oratorio has been enchanting audiences since its premiere in 1742, featuring some of the most memorable choral works ever written, including the powerful "Hallelujah Chorus".

St Gabriel’s Church Choir
International renown Tiffin Boys' Choir
Professional Baroque orchestra and Soloists

Performed in the breathtaking surroundings of St Gabriel’s Church, this is a must-attend event for music lovers.

Tickets on the door

£18 / Under 30’s £10

Doors open at 7.pm

Bloomsbury Woodwind Ensemble
Saturday 30th November 2024 7.30pm

Bloomsbury Wind Ensemble present an evening of music from the rich tones of the woodwind section. The listener will journey through the expanse of time; transcend seasons with Rimsky-Korsakov, celebrate holidays with Delius and be immersed into the depths of significant months by Harper. An evening of gentle power and weighty emotion

Tickets £12/£10 Concessions

Doors open 7.00pm

Start time 7.30pm

Bach to Baby Christmas Family Concert

Saturday 30th November

11:00 - 11:45

Bach to Baby Family Christmas Concerts are back! 

Grab your family, harness up your fastest reindeer and meet us at a Bach to Baby concert for the perfect prelude to the holiday season!

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers, with monthly family concerts on Saturdays at St Gabriel's Pimlico.

Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.

Outstanding Musicians, Exhilarating Performances, Inspiring Locations across the UK. As seen at Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace. Featured in The Times (London) and the New York Times.

Remember: Up to 2 children come free on every Adult Ticket!
Book directly from our website: bachtobaby.com/pimlico

Get £2 off on your first concert when you sign up to our e-updates. Be the first to hear about concerts in your area, exclusive & special events, offers and early bird ticket sales at bachtobaby.com/eupdates

Royal College of Music graduates Emily Jennings (soprano) and Cassie Mathews (guitar) present ‘Twilight Passages: songs of beauty, youth and longing’ - this intriguing and reflective programme includes Benjamin Britten’s ‘Songs from the Chinese’ and Lennox Berkeley’s ‘Songs of the half light’ as well as songs by John Dowland and Cassie’s own arrangements of songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams. 

Emily is a song specialist and passionate recitalist. She is a Britten Pears Young Artist, a SongEasel Young Artist and she was recently selected to compete in the prestigious Wigmore Hall International Song Competition. She has given performances as part of some of the most exciting events in the country and beyond such as the Aldeburgh Festival and Glastonbury Festival.

Cassie is a versatile guitarist with a vast repertoire covering everything from renaissance lute to contemporary pop music as a guitar vocalist. As a soloist she has performed all over the world, winning the Lennox Berkeley Guitar prize and premiering many new works as part of prestigious festivals in venues including The National Portrait Gallery and the Martin Centre. As a chamber musician she has given performances in some of the most exciting live music venues in the world such as Wigmore Hall. 

Doors open at 2.30 p.m.

Concert 3.00 p.m.

Academy of the Swan - Conducted by Harry Castle

On Saturday 23 November, the Academy of the Swan (an orchestra formed of alumni from Durham University) are giving their inaugural concert at St Gabriel's. They will be performing Beethoven's groundbreaking 3rd symphony, commonly known as the Eroica. 

Doors open at 6.30 p.m.

The concert starts at 19.00 and your ticket (£15) includes refreshments. There will be a chance to chat with the performers after the concert whilst enjoying a drink.

It promises to be an evening not to be missed!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eroica-beethoven-symphony-no-3-tickets-1046400350617

Come & Sing Haydn
Missa in Angustiis - Nelson Mass

Saturday 23rd November

Doors open at 10 a.m.

Ticket price £55 plus booking fee

St Cecilia's Day Concert 

Join the Joyful Company of Singers, one of the UK's leading amateur chamber choirs,  in celebrating the patron saint of music and musicians.

Friday 22nd November at  St Gabriel’s Church, Pimlico, SW1V 2AD

with

Peter Broadbent - Conductor

Gavin Roberts - Organ and Piano

Programme:

Elgar – The Music Makers – with Lorna Perry, Mezzo-Soprano

Howells – Requiem

Roxanna Panufnik – Elegy for Fadima (London première)

Parry – I was glad

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Doors open 6.15pm – refreshments available 

Pre-concert talk 6.30pm – with Roxanna Panufnik

Concert starts 7.00pm

Tickets: £20 (£10 Adult & U30 Concessions, U12 Free) from
www.eventbrite.co.uk (plus booking fee)

and £25/£12 on the door.

Download and share the concert's St Cecilia flyer

LCO AUTUMN CONCERT

Conductor Adrián Varela

 A warm welcome to the inaugural concert of the LCO 2024/25 season. 

William Shakespeare inspired some phenomenal music which you will hear tonight, from the magical settings of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Henry V’s epic tale of victory, to the extremes of love and violence of Romeo and Juliet - relationships and subjects that remain relevant today.

It is a joy to tackle this music with as friendly, vibrant, and up-for-it outfit as the LCO. Run by an outstanding, exclusively volunteer management committee that continuesto produce stimulating concert seasons year after year, the relationship between the committee, orchestra, and myself has flourished this autumn, building on from my debut with LCOone year ago. I am certainly looking forward to this concert, as to my second with them in April, when we will tackle other great masterpieces in pursuit of excellence and good vibes at St. John’s, Smith Square.

I am grateful to share such great music as this which we have been lucky enough to have been handed down, and there is no place else I’d rather be than here tonight with this ‘band of brothers’ (and sisters!). To borrow from Shakespeare’s Henry V St. Crispin’s Day speech:
‘And gentlemen in England now a-bed
Shall think themselves accursed they were not here.’

I hope you enjoy tonight’s concert.

The ticket link is www.londoncityorchestra.com

Bach to Baby

Saturday 16th November

11:00 - 12:00

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers, with monthly family concerts on Saturdays at St Gabriel's Pimlico.

Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.

Outstanding Musicians, Exhilarating Performances, Inspiring Locations across the UK. As seen at Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace. Featured in The Times (London) and the New York Times.

Remember: Up to 2 children come free on every Adult Ticket!
Book directly from our website: bachtobaby.com/pimlico

Get £2 off on your first concert when you sign up to our e-updates. Be the first to hear about concerts in your area, exclusive & special events, offers and early bird ticket sales at bachtobaby.com/eupdates

The Esterhazy Singers - conducted by David Halstead

"The Esterhazy Singers will be performing works a programme of works by French composers. Alongside the beautiful Fauré’s Requiem, we will perform Duruflé’s Four Motets, Boulanger’s mesmerising Vieille Prière Bouddhique and the Fauré’s melodic Cantique de Jean Racine. This concert will delight and warm you in this chilly autumn season.

Join us at St Gabriel’s Church, Pimlico. Saturday 9th November 2024, 7.00pm. Tickets are £20, or £12 for under 25s, and are available using the link or on the door."

Continuum 
Peace on Earth - Fifth Anniversary Concert

Friday 8th November, 7.30pm 
Tickets £20 (Adult) | £10 (Student) | Free (Under-16)

Continuum return to St Gabriel’s Church, Pimlico to perform for the first time since 2021. The choir perform a programme celebrating the anniversaries of Charles Villiers Stanford and Anton Bruckner alongside other works by John Tavener, James MacMillan and a new piece commissioned for the choir by Lucy Walker. The centrepiece of the programme is Frank Martin’s Messe pour double chœur and the concert culminates in Schoenberg’s rarely heard early work, Friede auf Erden. This concert forms part of Continuum’s Fifth Anniversary concert tour. 

“ I am delighted to be bringing Continuum back to St Gabriel’s! All the more so, as the choir’s first ever concert was held at St Gabriel’s on 5th January 2019. Please do join us to celebrate our fifth birthday!” Harry Guthrie

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/peace-on-earth-london-tickets-986681469837?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Time and Tide - Thursday 7th November at 7.30 p.m.

Leah Redmond Soprano & Rebecca Warren Piano

Featuring works by Britten, Bizet, Mendelssohn.

“From Britten’s enchanting and dark world of ‘On this Island”, to the lament of an abandoned lover in Bizet’s ‘Adieux de l'hôtesse arabe’, Soprano Leah Redmond and pianist Rebecca Warren present their recital ‘Time and Tide’. Featuring works by Duparc, Mendelssohn, excerpts from Donizetti’s Lucia Di Lammermoor, and a sprinkling of other operatic favourites. Join us on our voyage; where “Time and Tide Wait For No Man”.

Doors and bar open at 7.00p.m.

Tickets available from Ticketsource or on the door

Join the Cantus Ensemble for an evocative and stirring programme of works for All Souls' Day, with Maurice Duruflé's moving and iconic setting of the Requiem Mass at its heart.

For this first concert of the 2024-25 season, we perform in our home church of St Gabriel's, Pimlico, which offers the perfect acoustic for Poulenc's Litanies à la Vierge Noire, a deeply moving choral work that blends mysticism with intimacy. Composed after a personal tragedy, its haunting harmonies evoke a meditative, reverent atmosphere, like a quiet, soulful plea.

Woven from the ancient roots of Gregorian chant, Duruflé’s Messe Cum Jubilo, scored for male voices and organ, brings a deep, resonant, almost sacred warmth. With flowing melodies and his own harmonic twists, Duruflé creates a serene yet unexpectedly powerful sound.

Continuing with the roots of Gregorian chant and timeless flowing melodies, Duruflé’s Requiem is a soothing, peaceful, and deeply spiritual work. Unlike many requiems that are dramatic or intense, it is calm, comforting, and full of light - inviting a true sense of reflection.

We are joined by internationally-acclaimed organist Roger Sayer, who accompanies the choir throughout on St Gabriel's recently and richly restored instrument

The Purcell Singers

Featuring works by Bach, Georg Schumann, & Bruckner

Conducted by Benjamin Kirk

An award winning chamber choir, excelling in live performance and studio recording.

"The Purcell Singers are an exemplary group, perfectly balanced, warmly focused, and totally committed to this deliciously attractive music" ~ Gramophone

http://www.purcellsingers.org/

New London Singers Conducted by Jamie Powe

New London Singers present Dona Nobis Pacem, a captivating choral concert exploring a reflexion between conflict and peace.

Featuring music by:

James MacMillan
Caterina Assandra
Frank Martin
Thomas Tomkins
Caroline Shaw
Jamie Powe
Joanna Marsh

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dona-nobis-pacem-tickets-998382437747?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fresh from their BBC Proms debut, Fantasia Orchestra returns to St Gabriel's with a concert featuring two of country's finest soloists, the horn virtuoso Ben Goldscheider and acclaimed tenor Toby Spence. From Arvo Pärt to Duke Ellington, the concert features a rich variety of styles, culminating in Benjamin Britten's iconic Serenade for Tenor, Horn and Strings.

The Bach Choir - Haydn’s The Creation

Come & Sing with David Hill

Saturday 12th October 11:00 - 17:00

"Join us for a unique opportunity to sing selected movements from Haydn's The Creation with our world-renowned Musical Director David Hill MBE.

David, who has also conducted The BBC Singers and Yale Schola Cantorum amongst many others, will be sharing invaluable insights and tips on how best to sing this well-loved piece. We believe that all singers can benefit from his knowledge and wonderful communication skills - open and public events like this featuring David are rare, so if you’re tempted then don’t hesitate!

All singers who read music are welcome, whether or not you've sung the work before. If you're interested in coming but aren't feeling confident about your singing then do let us know - we can pair you up with a member of The Bach Choir on the day, who will be more than happy to help.

“I was there with a friend who’d never sung or even heard the piece before, while I’ve performed it at least a dozen times. And yet David managed to enthrall both of us equally… the best musical experience I’ve had in a very long time.” Jennifer, Soprano

"Such a relaxing yet stimulating experience - already looking forward to the next one!" Elspeth, Alto

If you are a student, please use the promo 'STUDENT8’ at the checkout to get your ticket for £8."

The Laudate Choir are delighted to be making a return to St Gabriel’s on Saturday 5th October at 7pm with a programme of choral and orchestral music by Haydn and Mozart. The choir will once again be joined by the exciting young professional period ensemble, Endelienta Baroque and the concert is conducted and introduced by Howard Ionascu. 

The Dolor Consort

Bach Motets

Friday 27th September at 7.30

Tickets £18 and £25

promo code BACHMOTETS0927 for a 20% discount

Bach to Baby

Saturday 21st September

11:00 - 12:00

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed concert series for babies, toddlers and their carers, with monthly family concerts on Saturdays at St Gabriel's Pimlico.

Tots dance, roam about and revel in the wonder of live music, while you take a moment out of your busy day to hear top notch performances by outstanding musicians, with your young babes in tow.

Outstanding Musicians, Exhilarating Performances, Inspiring Locations across the UK. As seen at Royal Albert Hall and Buckingham Palace. Featured in The Times (London) and the New York Times.

Remember: Up to 2 children come free on every Adult Ticket!
Book directly from our website: bachtobaby.com/pimlico

Get £2 off on your first concert when you sign up to our e-updates. Be the first to hear about concerts in your area, exclusive & special events, offers and early bird ticket sales at bachtobaby.com/eupdates

GoJo Bear - The Talking Teddy Bear, Gojo

Dear children and parents of the St. Gabriel’s community. On Sunday, the 15th of September 2024 from 2pm to 4pm, we have the special pleasure to welcome GoJo Bear, a speaking Teddy Bear, to the church. The bear uses the latest technology to tell stories, teach languages and lessons about the world in a playful way. The creators of the bear will personally be there to supervise the session, which is free of charge and accessible for children aged 3 and upwards. They are looking forward to welcoming many of you to come and play with the bear, as well as give your feedback on how to develop the bear in the future.

Please register here for the free event:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gt_l6d03E7jqbyvtz9VSO3DHcPgO161wYq1ARWf1OB0/edit

www.gojostation.com

gojostation@gmail.com

25TH ANNIVERSARY GALA CONCERT THE CITY ACADEMY SINGERS IN AID OF THE FRIENDS OF ST. GABRIEL‘S

London Accordion Orchestra present their 25th Anniversary Gala Concert. This celebratory event will feature repertoire from stage and screen including John Williams classic Jurassic Park and the world premiere of Silver Linings by Ian Watson for choir, organ and orchestra, written especially for the Silver Jubilee. Also music by Rimsky-Korsakoff, Mascagni, Elton John and ELO.

TICKETS: £15 and £12 (group tickets available)

www.ticketsource. co.uk/londonao