Composer Will Todd’s MASS IN BLUE is an exhilarating jazz setting of the Latin Mass for chorus, soprano soloist and 12-piece jazz ensemble. It is performed here by Youth Choral Worcs (students and teachers from 7 secondary schools and Worcester Cathedral Youth Choir) with the UK’s Millennium Youth Choir, a youth choir from the USA, the Will Todd Ensemble, soprano Lorna James, and conductor Neil Ferris (Director, BBC Symphony Chorus). The concert will be presented by Guest Artist Jess Gillam MBE (saxophonist and BBC presenter). The programme includes improvised singing with Aga Serugo-Lugo, solo performance by Jess Gillam, and composer Will Todd’s arrangement of Amazing Grace with saxophone part composed especially for Jess Gillam and this occasion. Tickets £10 - £25 from Worcester Theatres Box Office, Crowngate WR1 2ES - in person, online at worcestertheatres.co.uk, or by phone on 01905 611427.
Get ready to be whisked away on a journey of iconic scores and soundtracks from some of the greatest movies of all time as acclaimed live orchestra London Concertante bring their spectacular ‘Music from the Movies by Candlelight’ Candlelight Concerts series to awe-inspiring cathedrals across the UK & Ireland. Feel the thrill of epic melodies from ‘Jurassic Park’, experience the poignant emotions of ‘Schindler’s List’, and let the heartwarming wonder of ‘ET’ envelop you. From the sweeping grandeur of ‘The Mission’ and the spectacular landscapes of ‘Out of Africa’ to the suave sophistication of ‘James Bond’ and ‘The Godfather’, every moment will be cinematic and momentous.
WORSHIP IN THE GARDEN: meeting with God in creation Starting in January, Worcester Cathedral will be launching a new, monthly service of worship. What makes it a little unusual is that it will not take place inside the cathedral. Instead, we will be outside, come rain or shine. SACRED GARDEN: engaging with God in creation through creativity Sacred Garden is a new monthly event that Worcester Cathedral is launching for people who feel God’s presence when they’re out in nature.
The Summer Series of recitals will resume from 18 April onwards. Recitals take place on Thursdays at 12.15pm. Admission is free with donations welcomed at a retiring collection. Thursday 18 April | Bromsgrove Prep School Chamber Choir Thursday 25 April | Charlie Gurnham (organ) Thursday 9 May | Choral Scholars of Worcester Cathedral Thursday 16 May | David Brookshaw (organ) Thursday 23 May | Harrison Cole (organ) Thursday 6 June | Emma Gibbins (organ) Thursday 13 June | Jung-A Lee (organ) Thursday 20 June | Jack Oades (organ) Thursday 27 June | Jonathan Clinch (organ)
The Music of Abba by Candlelight comes to Worcester Cathedral! Join us for an incredible night of Abba anthems, performed in the beautiful Worcester Cathedral, by candlelight. Featuring the UK's leading Abba Tribute Act, Abba Reunion, join us for this sing-along concert packed to the rafters with over 20 Abba hits that will leave you dancing in the aisles. The concert features some of the most iconic pop songs of all time including Mamma Mia, Voulez Vouz, Thank You for the Music, Dancing Queen and many many more! So grab your 'Honey, Honey', be a 'Super Trouper' and get some tickets with your 'Money, Money, Money' before they go!
Our next free legal surgery will be held on Thursday 16 May in the glorious Undercroft Learning Centre. We are delighted to continue our partnership with SME Solicitors, Worcester in delivering a free legal surgery to everyone in the community. Our surgeries offer one free initial 30 minute consultation, between 9.30am and 12.30pm, with Florence Goodwin of SME Solicitors, Worcester Wills and Probate Department. Florence is a solicitor specialising in Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney but is also available for any other legal matters of home and finance. Each 30 minute consultation is available by appointment only and can be booked by filling in the form on our website.
Elton John by Candlelight comes to Worcester Cathedral! Featuring a cast of West End singers and epic live band, experience the hits of Rock Legend Elton John as you have never heard them before! This incredible show features some of the most iconic songs of all time including ‘I’m Still Standing’, ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’, Candle in the Wind’, ‘Bennie and the Jets’ and many more performed at Worcester Cathedral by candlelight. So, grab your ‘Rocket Man’ and book now to hear ‘Your Song’ because missing this show is a ‘Sacrifice’ that you won’t want to make!
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of Worcester Cathedral. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of classical and romantic piano works in a concert to remember!
Join us here in Worcester for the 2024 Three Choirs Festival. The Three Choirs Festival is a week-long programme of world-class music making, featuring choral and orchestral concerts, solo and chamber music recitals, talks, cathedral services, theatre, exhibitions, and walks, rotating each summer between the beautiful English cathedral cities of Gloucester, Hereford, and Worcester. One of the elements which makes the festival so special is the Festival Chorus, which is made up of auditioned singers from the local area trained by professional directors, meaning that the Chorus both sings to a high standard and is a real part of the community. Three Choirs is thought to be the longest-standing classical music festival in the world and celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2015.
90s Silent Disco in Worcester Cathedral. A 90s Silent Disco like no other is coming to the spectacular Cathedral for the first time. Expect some of the UK's best 90s DJs playing all your favourite tunes in the stunning, illuminated surroundings of Worcester Cathedral. What to expect 1. SOME OF THE UK'S BEST 90s DJs PLAYING YOUR FAVOURITE POP / ROCK / R&B FOR A PARTY POSITIVE, FEEL GOOD EXPERIENCE 2. WORCESTER CATHEDRAL ILLUMINATED LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE 3. HUNDREDS OF LIKE MINDED 90s FANS SINGING THEIR HEARTS OUT WHILST WEARING STATE OF THE ART LED HEADPHONES 4. SELECT BETWEEN 3 DIFFERENT CHANNELS OF MUSIC
The Country Music Experience is coming to Worcester Cathedral on Thursday 5 September! REGISTER FOR TICKETS https://thecountrymusicexperience.co.uk/ The Country Collective brings an incredible country experience like no other, throw on those cowboy hats, two step into your boots and head on down to our ranch, where you can dance the night away to some of the biggest country anthems from the decades!