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Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra and Mahan Esfahani: Baroque Masterpieces

Join the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra and acclaimed harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani for a Baroque celebration with music by Handel, Vivaldi, and the Bach family in all their glory.

An evening of Baroque mastery awaits as the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes celebrated harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani. From the lyrical warmth of Handel’s Trio Sonata to the spirited finale of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, this concert features rhythmic drive, dialogue, and elegance. A perfect concert for both Baroque enthusiasts and new listeners alike.

 

Mozart Requiem by Candlelight

Journey through the profound beauty of classical sacred music with Mozart’s deeply moving Requiem at the heart of this programme.

Paired with his serene Ave verum corpus and Sancta Maria, and Haydn’s powerful Insanae et Vanae Curae, this concert offers a rich tapestry of devotion, drama, and reflection.

 

Mozart Concertos by Candlelight

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Mozart by candlelight.

This intimate concert features the Piano Concerto No. 12 in A major, and the radiant Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major, performed in a warmly lit setting that evokes the elegance of Mozart’s era. A magical evening of classical music, atmosphere, and artistry.

The concerts are performed in an arrangement by Ignaz Lachner for piano and string ensemble.

 

Handel Water Music by Candlelight

Step into the elegance of the Baroque era with a programme centred around Handel’s magnificent Water Music Suites – vibrant works originally composed to accompany royal festivities on the River Thames. These sparkling orchestral pieces capture the spirit of celebration and grandeur.

Complementing Handel’s triumphs are Purcell’s regal Rondeau and expressive Chacony in G minor, Bach’s serene and uplifting Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, and the timeless beauty of Pachelbel’s Canon and Gigue.

 

Handel Water Music by Candlelight

Step into the elegance of the Baroque era with a programme centred around Handel’s magnificent Water Music suites – vibrant works originally composed to accompany royal festivities on the River Thames.

These sparkling orchestral pieces capture the spirit of celebration and grandeur. Complementing Handel’s triumphs are Purcell’s regal Rondeau and expressive Chacony in G minor, Bach’s serene and uplifting Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, and the timeless beauty of Pachelbel’s Canon and Gigue.

 

Handel Messiah by Candlelight

Join St Martin’s Voices and St Martin’s Chamber Ensemble for an Easter Monday performance of Handel’s Messiah. This abridged performance of Handel’s timeless masterpiece features some of the famous choruses and arias.

Fireworks Music by Candlelight

Join St Martin’s Voices and St Martin’s Chamber Orchestra for a spectacular evening celebrating the music of Haydn and Handel, two giants of the 18th century.

The programme features Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks, a magnificent work full of grandeur and drama, originally composed for a royal celebration in London. This will be paired with Haydn’s Nelson Mass, one of his most powerful and dramatic sacred works, combining choral majesty with expressive intensity.

 

Brahms Requiem by Candlelight

“Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

A choral masterpiece designed to comfort the living, Brahms’s A German Requiem, in a chamber arrangement by Iain Farrington, is brought to life by both the Choir and Chamber Choir of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

 

Baroque Classics by Candlelight

Experience the vibrant energy of the Baroque era with Vivaldi’s Spring and Summer from the Four Seasons and Bach’s expressive Violin Concerto in A minor.

From the joyful bloom of spring to the fiery heat of summer, and the intricate beauty of Bach’s violin writing, this selection captures the drama, elegance, and passion that define Baroque music.