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SUMMARY:Classical Masterpieces by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Mozart Overture to The Marriage of Figaro\nChopin Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor\nMozart Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major\nShostakovich Gadfly Suite \nBristol Ensemble\nViv McLean piano \nJoin the Bristol Ensemble and acclaimed soloist Viv McLean for a candlelit celebration of some of the most expressive and enduring works in the classical repertoire by Chopin\, Mozart\, and Shostakovich – three composers whose distinctive voices shaped the course of Western music. \nThe programme will feature Mozart’s Overture to The Marriage of Figaro\, a brilliant and energetic introduction to his comic opera\, Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor\, often praised for its lyrical beauty and elegant orchestration. Completing the programme are Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major\, known for its elegance and emotional depth\, and Shostakovich’s Gadfly Suite\, originally composed as a film score for a 1955 Soviet adaptation of The Gadfly and particularly beloved for its lyrical string writing and sweeping melodies.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/classical-masterpieces-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:Tetbury Goods Shed Arts Venue\, The Old Station Yard\, Tetbury\, GL8 8EY\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T210000
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SUMMARY:Carmina Burana
DESCRIPTION:Respighi Ancient Airs and Dances\, Suite No. 3\nWarlock Capriol Suite\nOrff Carmina Burana \nBristol Ensemble\nFitzhardinge Consort \nYou may know it as the X Factor’s audition music – or the music from the 1970s Old Spice advert. It was even used in Only Fools and Horses. O Fortuna\, from Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana\, must be one of the most widely recognised and iconic pieces of classical music. \nBristol Ensemble and the Fitzhardinge Consort perform the whole of Carmina Burana\, filling St George’s with its thunderous\, joyous choral sections and more idyllic songs and dances\, originally inspired by a set of medieval poems. The full programme takes in other beautiful\, popular twentieth-century pieces\, also inspired by Renaissance dances and melodies. A gorgeous\, exhilarating\, even tumultuous\, evening of music (guaranteed to make you want to buy a surf board).
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/carmina-burana/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:Exeter Philharmonic Choir: The Weather Book
DESCRIPTION:Johannes Brahms Tragic Overture\nRalph Vaughan Williams Toward the Unknown Region\nJohannes Brahms Alto Rhapsody\nCecilia McDowall The Weather Book\nFrancis Poulenc Gloria \nExeter Philharmonic Choir\nBristol Ensemble\nAgnes Auer soprano\nSeohyun Go soprano\nCecily Shaw mezzo soprano\nHoward Ionascu conductor \nExeter Philharmonic Choir launches its 2025/26 season with the world première of a new choral work\, The Weather Book\, by one of the UK’s leading composers\, Cecilia McDowall\, co-commissioned by the choir with the Gustav Vasa Chamber Choir in Stockholm. This explores aspects of the history of weather and meteorology – appropriately for the city that is home to the world-renowned Met Office! \nCecilia’s inspiration for the commission was to link the UK and Sweden through references to climate. She worked with poet and librettist Kate Wakeling to discover different aspects of weather- related topics. \nThe first movement\, ‘Celsius Rising’\, was written for the Swedish choir\, who performed it in Stockholm in March. \nCecilia then wrote the second and third movements\, ‘History of Air’ and ‘The Weather Book’\, for Exeter Philharmonic Choir. The entire work receives its world première on 8 November. \nBristol Ensemble will open the concert with Brahms’ Tragic Overture. This is one of a pair of overtures (the other being the Academic Festival Overture) written by Brahms in 1880\, to thank Breslau University for his award of an honorary doctorate. \nVaughan Williams’ setting of Walt Whitman’s poem\, Toward the Unknown Region\, was composed in 1906 and first performed at the Leeds Festival the following year. It reflects the spirit of adventure felt by an explorer on a journey of discovery. \nBrahms composed his Alto Rhapsody in 1869\, based on text from Goethe’s poem\, Harzreise im Winter. In it\, the alto soloist depicts the agonies of a despairing recluse\, wandering through the Harz Forest\, until a four-part chorus finally brings comfort with a shared prayer to the ‘Father of Love’. \nPoulenc’s ever-popular Gloria\, a setting of text from the Latin Mass\, was written in 1959. In its six short movements\, soloist\, choir and orchestra display many musical contrasts\, ranging from solemnity\, through lyricism\, to pure joy.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-weather-book/
LOCATION:Exeter Cathedral\, 1 The Cloisters\, Exeter\, EX1 1HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T203000
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SUMMARY:City of Bristol Choir: Brahms Requiem
DESCRIPTION:City of Bristol Choir\nBristol Youth Choir Upper Voices\nBristol Ensemble\nEsther Mallett soprano\nFelix Kemp baritone\nEdmund Hastings tenor\nDavid Ogden conductor \nBrahms Requiem\nChilcott Move Him into the Sun\nVaughan Williams Fantasia on Greensleeves\nVaughan Williams Prelude to the 49th Parallel \nOn this Remembrance Sunday\, the 100 voices of City of Bristol perform Brahms’ mighty German Requiem\, one of the greatest of all choral works with moments of power and resilience\, and others of profound tenderness and heartfelt passion. \nThis deeply human and comforting music\, filled with hope and solace\, offers a space to honour the memory of those lost in conflict\, and to reflect on peace and renewal. The Upper Voices from Bristol Youth Choir join City of Bristol Choir for a performance of Bob Chilcott’s vivid settings of poems by Wilfred Owen. The 5-movement work reflects not only the futility of war\, but also themes of beauty\, love and the natural world\, especially the sun as source of light\, life\, energy and hope. Two short evocative and popular orchestral works complete the programme. \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/brahms-requiem/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T203000
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SUMMARY:The Beatles by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Experience the iconic melodies of The Beatles like never before in the Bristol Ensemble’s stunning orchestral concert. \nLet the gentle glow of candlelight set the mood as you immerse yourself in rich\, sweeping arrangements that celebrate the legendary band’s timeless magic. \nAn unforgettable evening of nostalgia\, warmth\, and musical brilliance – the perfect way to welcome the cozy season!
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-beatles-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:The Subscription Rooms\, George Street\, Stroud\, GL5 1AE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T213000
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SUMMARY:Mozart Concertos by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble\nEmma Johnson clarinet\nViv McLean piano \nMozart\nOverture to The Marriage of Figaro\nClarinet Concerto in A K.622\nPiano Concerto in C No 21 K.467 \nJoin the Bristol Ensemble and world-class soloists Emma Johnson and Viv McLean for a candlelit celebration of Mozart’s most beloved works. \nThe programme features the sparkling overture to The Marriage of Figaro\, a vivacious and joyful work\, alongside Mozart’s final instrumental work\, the lyrical Clarinet Concerto in A\, K 622\, performed one of Britain’s most distinguished clarinettists\, Emma Johnson\, and Mozart’s Piano Concerto No 21 in C\, K 467 known for its elegance and emotional depth\, performed by acclaimed soloist Viv McLean.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/mozart-concertos-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:Stroud Choral Society: The Dream of Gerontius
DESCRIPTION:Stroud Choral Society\nBristol Ensemble\nVictoria Simmonds mezzo soprano\nEd Lyon tenor\nDarren Jeffrey bass\nSimon Bell conductor \nEdward Elgar’s The Dream Of Gerontius is an emotionally-powerful setting of Cardinal Newman’s poem about the journey of an ordinary person’s soul through death to judgment before God. First performed in Birmingham Town Hall in 1900\, it is now widely considered one of the great choral masterpieces\, scored for full orchestra\, three soloists\, and a large choir.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/stroud-choral-society-dream-of-gerontius/
LOCATION:Tewkesbury Abbey\, Church Street\, Tewkesbury\, GL20 5RZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T160000
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SUMMARY:Nailsworth: Music for Wind Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Jean Francaix Wind Quartet\nGeorge Butterworth The Banks of Green Willow\nRichard Rodney Bennett Travel Notes\nAndrey Rubstov Four Bagatelles \nBristol Ensemble Wind Quartet present a programme that is at once elegant\, spirited\, and deeply engaging.  From the sparkling wit and neoclassical finesse of Jean Françaix\, to the refined lyricism and rhythmic verve of Sir Richard Rodney Bennett\, and the contemporary vibrancy of Andrey Rubtsov\, this programme celebrates the wind ensemble as a palette of infinite nuance and personality. \nTea and cakes served at 4pm. Tickets £15\, available on the door and online at the Bristol Ensemble box office.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/nailsworth-nov-2025/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:From Darkness to Light: Britten\, Strauss\, and Vaughan Williams
DESCRIPTION:Britten Les Illuminations\nVaughan Williams Fantasia on a Theme of Thomas Tallis\nStrauss Metamorphosen \nElizabeth Watts director/soprano\nBristol Ensemble \nThe internationally-acclaimed soprano\, Elizabeth Watts\, directs the Bristol Ensemble in this powerful exploration of human suffering and transcendence. \nBritten’s Les Illuminations\, based on nine poems by Arthur Rimbaud\, forms the centrepiece of the concert\, performed here in the version for soprano. Vaughan Williams’ iconic Fantasia on a Theme of Thomas Tallis\, scored for string quartet and two string orchestras\, is one of the best loved works of English string music. \nRichard Strauss’s powerful and evocative elegy for 23 solo strings\, Metamorphosen\, ends this program of music exploring darkness\, light\, and human suffering. Composed just after the second world war\, in response to the bombing of German cultural and artistic centres\, its poignant closing bars reference the funeral March from Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony in a defiant gesture signifying the power of art over warfare.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/from-darkness-to-light/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:A Baroque Journey by Candlelight: The Sounds of European Cities
DESCRIPTION:Vivaldi Concerto in C\, RV 114\, ‘Paris Concerto’Haydn Symphony No. 104 in D major\, ‘London’Bach Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D\, BWV 1068Boccherini Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid (Night Music of the Streets of Madrid)\, Op. 30\, No. 6 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStart your journey in Paris with Vivaldi’s Concerto in C\, RV 114 (‘Paris Concerto’); continue on to London to revel in the city’s splendour with Haydn’s Symphony No. 104 in D major (‘London’)\, and pause to admire the grace and grandeur of Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D\, BWV 1068. As night falls\, wander through the streets of Madrid with Boccherini’s Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid (Night Music of the Streets of Madrid)\, Op. 30\, No. 6 — all interwoven with baroque favourites and a few unexpected delights along the way!
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/city-breaks-a-musical-journey-through-the-capitals-of-europe/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, Chew Magna\, Chew Magna\, BS40 8SF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:Henleaze Concert Society: Baroque Brilliance
DESCRIPTION:Handel Concerto Grosso in G Major\, Op. 6\, No.1\nBach Concerto for Oboe and Violin in C minor\, BWV 1060R\nVivaldi Concerto for Four Violins in B minor RV 580\nVivaldi Bassoon Concerto in E Minor\, RV 484\nVivaldi Concerto for Two Cellos in G minor\, RV 531\nBach Concerto for two violins in D minor BWV 1043 \nA concert featuring treasures of the Baroque period showcasing solo instruments in some sparkling and virtuosic concertos where elegance meets energy\, and musical lines dance with vitality. This programme brings together masterpieces by three of the era’s greatest composers – Handel\, Bach\, and Vivaldi – in a showcase of dazzling ensemble interplay and solo virtuosity. \nWe begin with Handel’s Concerto Grosso in G Major\, the radiant opening to his famed Opus 6 set. With its graceful melodies and spirited counterpoint\, this work reflects Handel’s flair for drama and lyrical invention. \nBach’s Concerto for Oboe and Violin in C minor follows – an intimate\, expressive dialogue between two contrasting voices. Thought to be a reconstruction of a lost original\, this concerto is a gem of intertwining lines and emotional depth. \nVivaldi then takes centre stage with his brilliant Concerto for Four Violins\, a tour de force of coordination and. The lively interplay among the soloists is as thrilling to watch as it is to hear. \nIn the Bassoon Concerto in E minor\, Vivaldi showcases the bassoon’s lyrical and agile qualities\, elevating this often-overlooked instrument to the spotlight with dramatic flair and wit. \nNext\, the Concerto for Two Cellos delivers dark\, resonant beauty and fiery passion in equal measure – one of Vivaldi’s most loved and powerful double concertos. \nWe close with one of Bach’s most enduring works\, the Concerto for Two Violins. Its sublime second movement is a Baroque jewel—an emotional heart-to-heart between the violins – framed by outer movements full of rhythmic drive and contrapuntal brilliance. \nPre-concert talk with Steve Clarke begins at 6.45pm. Doors open at 6.15pm for the talk and at 7.15pm for the concert only. If coming to the concert only\, we should be grateful if you would try to avoid arriving during the talk. \nIndividual concert prices \nTickets for Henleaze Concert Society members £17.50\nTickets for non members £21\nUnder 25 year olds £5 \nThe ticket price includes the pre concert talk\, a programme and interval drink. \nHow to book \nBook tickets online at Bristol Ensemble’s online box office. \nYou can also book by sending a cheque payable to Henleaze Concert Society\, covering note and SAE to 2 Saville Mews\, Kingsdown Parade\, Bristol BS6 5UL \nTickets are available on the door from 6.15pm. \nSeason Tickets and Annual Society Membership \nSeason tickets are only £100 including Society Membership and admission to all six concerts from September to July. Alternatively\, becoming a member of Henleaze Concert Society for £15 entitles you to book tickets for individual concerts at the members’ discounted rate. Season tickets and membership are available to buy by post by returning the Ticket Order Form with your payment and a stamped addressed envelope.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/baroque-brilliance/
LOCATION:Trinity-Henleaze URC\, Waterford Road\, Bristol\, BS9 4BT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T214000
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SUMMARY:Orchestral Queen at the Spiegeltent
DESCRIPTION:We simply cannot wait for this one! Performed in the fabulous setting of the Spiegeltent\, the 23-piece Bristol Ensemble will reimagine Queen’s greatest hits\, highlighting the band’s dramatic flair\, rich harmonies\, and powerful melodies in a way only a live orchestral performance can. From the anthemic Bohemian Rhapsody to the driving rhythm of Don’t Stop Me Now\, this concert celebrates one of the most iconic and influential bands in rock history. \nTake the WOW factor of the Spiegeltent\, add that to the awesomeness of a full live orchestra\, then stir in the magic of Queen’s music and….BOOM! You’ve got yourself a night to remember! \nBook early to snag yourself a seat! \nTickets\nPremium Circle £36 – Front theatre seating in centre\nStandard Circle £32 – Theatre seating in the centre\nOuter Circle £28 – Theatre seating in outer circle \nBooth Package (seats 8) £224 – Includes entry for 8 people and your own booth with table service.\nBooth Package (Seats 6) £168 – Includes entry for 6 people and your own booth with table service. \nAccessible Seating £28 – Designated area for patron using a wheelchair or similar.\nEssential Companion Seating £14 – Available for those to accompany audience members with accessible seating tickets. \nFor our seated shows we have a designated accessible area with spaces for wheelchairs. All spaces each have a seat next to them for a companion. \nThis show runs for approximately 80 mins and has an interval
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/orchestral-queen-spiegeltent/
LOCATION:Christmas Spiegeltent\, Waterfront Square\, Off Canons Way\, The Harbourside\, Bristol\, BS1 5LL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T213000
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SUMMARY:Bath Choral Society: Christmas Oratorio
DESCRIPTION:Bath Choral Society\nBristol Ensemble\nCressida Sharp soprano\nMarta Fontanals-Simmons alto\nAlexander Sprague Evangelist/tenor\nNiall Anderson bass\nKatrine Reimers conductor \nBach’s Christmas Oratorio joyously proclaims the Christmas story and Bath Choral Society’s performance will open the Christmas celebrations at Bath Abbey. Rendered here in English\, the performance will take us through the story of the Nativity\, sharing in the intimacy of the sleeping child\, the pastoral joy of the shepherds\, the jubilant song of the angels and the majestic arrival of the Magi. \n“…festive elation and jubilation in music …beyond the reach of any other composer” John Eliot Gardiner
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/bath-choral-society-christmas-oratorio-2025/
LOCATION:Bath Abbey\, Bath\, BA1 1LT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music
DESCRIPTION:Preludes Music\, the education arm of the Bristol Ensemble\, continues its work in areas of Bristol that are experiencing high levels of economic disadvantage and aims to put music at the heart of every child’s education. By doing so we improve confidence\, co-ordination\, speech and language and benefit all other areas of their learning. \nPreludes Music has been running successfully since 2009 in several schools areas of Bristol. It is the most extensive project of its type in the country and grew from discussions between Roger Huckle of the Bristol Ensemble\, Professor Leslie Bunt of the University of the West of England and James Wetz a former Head Teacher. \nFind out more at www.bristolensemble.com/preludes
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-2025-26/2025-12-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
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SUMMARY:Cosmos and Preludes Christmas concert
DESCRIPTION:Two great local music initiatives for primary schools – St George’s ‘Cosmos Choir’ and Bristol Ensemble’s ‘Preludes Music’ – combine forces for their annual and fabulously festive lunchtime performance of high-spirited singing! \nAdmission is free with a retiring collection to support the continuation of these projects.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-christmas-concert-2025/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250919T203231Z
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SUMMARY:Cantores Chamber Choir: Celebrating Saint Nicolas
DESCRIPTION:On St Nicolas Day\, Cantores Chamber Choir directed by Simon Harper joins forces with the Bristol Ensemble\, singers from the Beauregard Youth Choir\, and soloists including tenor James Gilchrist\, for a performance of Britten’s dramatic work St Nicolas and Haydn’s delightful Missa Sancti Nicolai. \nTickets £20 (u18s & students £5) available online.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/celebrating-saint-nicolas/
LOCATION:St Philip & St James Church\, Leckhampton\, 60 Grafton Road\, Cheltenham\, GL50 2DD
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250919T203722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T203918Z
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SUMMARY:Malmesbury Singers: A concert for St Nicolas Day
DESCRIPTION:Edward Elgar A Christmas Greeting\nGerald Finzi In Terra Pax\nBenjamin Britten Saint Nicolas \nThomas Mottershead music director\nRichard Edgar-Wilson Nicolas\nChoristers from Llandaff Cathedral The Pickled Boys\nBristol Ensemble \nTickets £20 for adults\, under 18s £5\, available from www.malmesburysingers.co.uk \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/malmesbury-singers-saint-nicolas/
LOCATION:Malmesbury Abbey\, Malmesbury\, SN16 0AA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20251104T152525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T153042Z
UID:10000619-1765119600-1765123200@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:Nailsworth: Music for Piano Trio
DESCRIPTION:Mendelssohn Piano Trio in D minor\nHaydn Piano Trio in G \nPaul Israel piano\nSimon Kodurand violin\nHarriet Wiltshire cello \nChamber music for piano trio\, performed by principals from the Bristol Ensemble. Tea and cakes served at 4pm. Tickets £15\, available on the door and online at the Bristol Ensemble box office.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/nailsworth-dec-2025/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250919T233540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T233637Z
UID:10000607-1765621800-1765627200@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:The Snowman in Concert at the Spiegeltent
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of wonder this winter as The Bristol Ensemble brings the beloved story of The Snowman to life in the Spiegeltent. Watch young imaginations take flight as this heartwarming tale is beautifully narrated\, accompanied by live orchestral music and stunning aerial performance. \nA magical experience for all ages\, perfect for the festive season. \nTicket Info\nGeneral Admission – £18 – Unreserved Theatre Seating\nAccessible Seating – £18 – Designated area for patron using a wheelchair or similar.\nEssential companion Ticket – £9 – Available for those to accompany audience members with accessible seating tickets. \nUnder 1 year of age\, no ticket is required\, and child can sit on parents’ lap. While there will be rows of seating\, there will also be a floor area at the front where little ones (and their adults!) can sit together and enjoy the show up close. \nFor seated shows there is a designated accessible area with spaces for wheelchairs. All spaces each have a seat next to them for a companion.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-snowman-spiegeltent/
LOCATION:Christmas Spiegeltent\, Waterfront Square\, Off Canons Way\, The Harbourside\, Bristol\, BS1 5LL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20251201T135923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T140504Z
UID:10000621-1765652400-1765659600@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:*Sold out* Christmas by Candlelight at Badminton House
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble presents an evening of festive Christmas classics\, celebrating the joy and warmth of the season through music. Step into the magic of Christmas in The North Hall at the historic Badminton House becomes the setting for an unforgettable evening of seasonal favourites. Illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight\, the acclaimed Bristol Ensemble will fill the air with melodies that capture the spirit of this most wonderful time of year. \nNestled in the heart of the South Gloucestershire countryside\, Badminton House provides an exquisite backdrop for this intimate concert\, with its grand architecture and storied heritage. Let the music of Christmas — from cherished traditional carols to much-loved festive masterpieces — surround you in an atmosphere of beauty and celebration. \nWhether you are a lifelong devotee of Christmas music or simply looking to immerse yourself in the festive spirit\, this evening promises to be a heart-warming celebration of music and tradition. \nArrival: 6:30 PM\nPerformance begins: 7:00 PM\nInterval: 30 minutes for refreshments\nEvent ends: 9:00 PM
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/christmas-by-candlelight-badminton-house/
LOCATION:Badminton House\, North Hall\, Badminton Estate\, Badminton\, South Gloucestershire\, GL9 1DD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20251201T142543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T142543Z
UID:10000632-1765652400-1765663200@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:Tewkesbury Abbey Schola Cantorum: Handel's Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Handel’s Messiah with the Tewkesbury Abbey Schola Cantorum and Bristol Ensemble\, conducted by Simon Bell with soloists Alexandra Kidgell\, David Whitworth\, Simon Wall and Felix Kemp. A wonderful start to the festive season. \n\n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/schola-cantorum-messiah-2025/
LOCATION:Tewkesbury Abbey\, Church Street\, Tewkesbury\, GL20 5RZ\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250919T233839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T233839Z
UID:10000608-1765708200-1765713600@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:The Snowman in Concert at the Spiegeltent
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of wonder this winter as The Bristol Ensemble brings the beloved story of The Snowman to life in the Spiegeltent. Watch young imaginations take flight as this heartwarming tale is beautifully narrated\, accompanied by live orchestral music and stunning aerial performance. \nA magical experience for all ages\, perfect for the festive season. \nTicket Info\nGeneral Admission – £18 – Unreserved Theatre Seating\nAccessible Seating – £18 – Designated area for patron using a wheelchair or similar.\nEssential companion Ticket – £9 – Available for those to accompany audience members with accessible seating tickets. \nUnder 1 year of age\, no ticket is required\, and child can sit on parents’ lap. While there will be rows of seating\, there will also be a floor area at the front where little ones (and their adults!) can sit together and enjoy the show up close. \nFor seated shows there is a designated accessible area with spaces for wheelchairs. All spaces each have a seat next to them for a companion.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-snowman-spiegeltent-14-dec/
LOCATION:Christmas Spiegeltent\, Waterfront Square\, Off Canons Way\, The Harbourside\, Bristol\, BS1 5LL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T211000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250919T234249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T234249Z
UID:10000609-1765741500-1765746600@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:Bridgerton Vol 2 candlelit concert at the Spiegeltent
DESCRIPTION:Dearest gentle reader… the Bridgerton candlelit concert returns to the Spiegeltent with a brand-new setlist of music to stir the heart and dazzle the senses. \nAfter the success of last years sellout show\, we invite you to join us for Volume 2 – a truly magical (and we do not throw the phrase around willy nilly)\, spellbinding evening\, where timeless classics and modern hits come together for an unforgettable musical experience. \nFeaturing new arrangements inspired by the beloved Netflix series\, we are super chuffed to welcome back the The Bristol Ensemble\, bringing Bridgerton’s iconic music to life in a unique candlelit concert at the Spiegeltent. \n“performed in the round\, with all the candles\, and all the mirrors…oh my! It was quite honestly our favourite show of 2024\, there is nothing quite like it “- Steve Meadows – Founder + Director\, Spiegeltent. \nWe advise you book early to avoid disappointment!
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/bridgerton-at-the-spiegeltent/
LOCATION:Christmas Spiegeltent\, Waterfront Square\, Off Canons Way\, The Harbourside\, Bristol\, BS1 5LL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250804T201921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T144339Z
UID:10000592-1765999800-1766008800@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:*Sold out* Christmas Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:City of Bristol Choir\nBristol Ensemble\nRoger Huckle director\nDavid Ogden conductor \nThe 100 voices of City of Bristol Choir and professional orchestra Bristol Ensemble join forces to bring Christmas cheer and festivities to the St George’s Bristol stage. A firm favourite with audience members\, this concert combines exquisite festive music with jollity and fun\, under the direction of David Ogden and Roger Huckle. \n“Simply wonderful! How amazing to make so many people so happy! Totally brilliant!” Audience member \nTickets £17 / £22 / £28 / £32\, available from St George’s Bristol box office online\, by phone on 0117 929 4929 and over the counter at St George’s.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/christmas-spectacular-cbc-2025/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250804T202447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T115511Z
UID:10000593-1766084400-1766095200@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah by candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Choir of Royal Holloway\nBristol Ensemble\nRupert Gough conductor\nRoger Huckle director \nBristol Ensemble and the Choir of Royal Holloway perform Handel’s ever-popular iconic work\, Messiah\, under the direction of Rupert Gough. Soloists are drawn from the young choir\, singing from different places around the auditorium\, bringing freshness and vitality to the work’s virtuosic and lyrical arias. \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/messiah-by-candlelight-2025/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250804T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T144419Z
UID:10000598-1766172600-1766181600@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:*Sold out* Christmas Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:Exultate Singers\nBristol Ensemble\nDavid Ogden conductor\nRoger Huckle director \nBristol Ensemble and Exultate Singers perform their annual feast of beautiful Christmas music\, combining light-hearted joyfulness with atmospheric and moving carols and orchestral music\, under the direction of David Ogden and Roger Huckle. \n“The best Christmas show ever. Great mix of music\, fantastic conductor\, audience participation and comedy. What more could you ask for – fantastic.” Audience member \n“A pure delight – a joyful mix of carols\, classical pieces\, comedy and audience participation – Christmas has arrived!” Audience member
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/christmas-spectacular-exultate-2025/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250919T234427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T234601Z
UID:10000610-1766226600-1766232000@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:The Snowman in Concert at the Spiegeltent
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of wonder this winter as The Bristol Ensemble brings the beloved story of The Snowman to life in the Spiegeltent. Watch young imaginations take flight as this heartwarming tale is beautifully narrated\, accompanied by live orchestral music and stunning aerial performance. \nA magical experience for all ages\, perfect for the festive season. \nTicket Info\nGeneral Admission – £18 – Unreserved Theatre Seating\nAccessible Seating – £18 – Designated area for patron using a wheelchair or similar.\nEssential companion Ticket – £9 – Available for those to accompany audience members with accessible seating tickets. \nUnder 1 year of age\, no ticket is required\, and child can sit on parents’ lap. While there will be rows of seating\, there will also be a floor area at the front where little ones (and their adults!) can sit together and enjoy the show up close. \nFor seated shows there is a designated accessible area with spaces for wheelchairs. All spaces each have a seat next to them for a companion.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-snowman-spiegeltent-20th-dec/
LOCATION:Christmas Spiegeltent\, Waterfront Square\, Off Canons Way\, The Harbourside\, Bristol\, BS1 5LL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250804T205658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T120919Z
UID:10000594-1766257200-1766268000@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Fitzhardinge Consort\nBristol Ensemble \nElin Manahan Thomas soprano\nAmy Blythe alto\nMichael Gormley tenor\nStephen Hamnett bass \nJoin The Fitzhardinge Consort and Bristol Ensemble for a special performance of Handel’s Messiah in the stunning surroundings of Bristol Cathedral. \nWith celebrated soloists Elin Manahan Thomas\, Amy Blythe\, Michael Gormley\, and Stephen Hamnett\, this one-night concert offers a chance to experience one of the most iconic works in classical music\, performed with clarity\, power\, and poise. \nMore than a festive concert\, this evening follows a centuries-old tradition: using Messiah as a force for good. All proceeds will go to the NSPCC\, supporting their vital work with vulnerable children. \nWhy Messiah? \nFirst performed in 1742 to raise funds for those in need\, Messiah became a fixture of charitable giving thanks to Handel’s partnership with the Foundling Hospital – Britain’s first children’s charity. This Bristol performance carries that legacy into the present day\, in support of the NSPCC’s ongoing mission.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/handel-messiah-20-dec-2025/
LOCATION:Bristol Cathedral\, College Green\, Bristol\, BS1 5TJ\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250804T211225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T145315Z
UID:10000595-1766259000-1766268000@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:*Sold out* Festive Fiesta
DESCRIPTION:City of Bristol Choir \nBristol Ensemble\nDavid Ogden conductor\nRoger Huckle director \nJoin in with the 100 voices of City of Bristol Choir to sing some of your favourite carols\, accompanied by professional orchestra the Bristol Ensemble. Festive orchestral music and beautiful carols sung by the choir are interspersed with uplifting traditional Christmas carols for audience members to sing\, directed by David Ogden and Roger Huckle. \n“Wonderful atmosphere with a great mix of classical music\, carols and fun.” Audience member \nTickets £17 / £22 / £28 / £32\, available from St George’s Bristol box office online\, by phone on 0117 929 4929 and over the counter at St George’s.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/festive-fiesta-2025/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T173248
CREATED:20250804T212308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T141537Z
UID:10000596-1766325600-1766329200@bristolensemble.com
SUMMARY:Children's Christmas Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble\nRoger Huckle conductor\nKiera-Marie Somers presenter & vocals\nTurlough Convery narrator \nBristol Ensemble bring their wholesome\, interactive\, and family-friendly Children’s Christmas Carnival to St George’s! Hosted by West End singer and actor Kiera Marie-Somers\, the concert offers a fun introduction to all the instruments in the orchestra\, showcasing their magic through a performance of Howard Blake’s ‘The Snowman’\, narrated by renowned actor Turlough Convery (Sanditon\, Slow Horses\, Killing Eve)\, conducted by Roger Huckle and featuring dancers from Bristol Ballet Centre. \nThe event also features a festive mix of your favourite Christmas songs and Disney hits\, guaranteed to get everyone singing\, dancing\, and filled with holiday cheer. It’s the ultimate Christmas celebration!
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/childrens-christmas-carnival-2025/2025-12-21/1/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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