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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T160000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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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:20251119T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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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:20251116T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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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:20251114T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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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:20251113T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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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:20251026T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251018T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251018T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:The Birds and the Bees
DESCRIPTION:Moody Eagle Recorder Concerto (Bristol premiere)\nVaughan Williams The Lark Ascending\nVivaldi Goldfinch recorder concerto RV 428\nMcGarr Ear sness hear inthral (world premiere)\nDinicu The Skylark\nCasals Birdsong \nRoger Huckle conductor\nPiers Adams recorder\nEmil Huckle-Kleve violin\nImogen Triner oboe \nWhen is an Eagle not an Eagle? When it’s a recorder! This amazing instrument is at the heart of Piers Adam’s collection and for the first time a major concerto has been written for it by British composer Howard Moody. This spectacular work\, full of majestic melodies and virtuoso acrobatics\, is reminiscent of an eagle in full flight. \nWe also have a world premiere of Peter McGarr’s Ear sness hear inthral\, a beautiful work about bees and nature dedicated to the Bristol Ensemble’s principal oboist Imogen Triner. The programme continues with Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending\, Vivaldi’s Goldfinch Concerto\, Gypsy composer Dinicu’s Skylark and Pablo Casals’ Birdsong. This will be an enthralling journey through 300 years of music influenced by the Birds and the Bees! \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-birds-and-the-bees/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T160000
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SUMMARY:Nailsworth: Eastern Echoes
DESCRIPTION:Frédéric Chopin Piano Concerto No.2 Op.21\nDmitri Shostakovich Gadfly Suite \nViv McLean piano \nOur season opens with the lyrical beauty of Frédéric Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2\, composed in 1829 when he was just 20 years old. Premiered in Warsaw to a sold-out audience with Chopin himself at the keyboard\, this concerto showcases the composer’s gift for haunting melodies and brilliant pianism. The central Adagio\, tender and romantic\, was inspired by his youthful infatuation with soprano Konstancja Gładkowska. \nDmitri Shostakovich’s Gadfly Suite brings cinematic drama to the concert hall. Composed for the 1955 Soviet film The Gadfly\, it follows the tale of a 19th-century Austrian revolutionary. The suite includes the dashing Galop and the lush\, unforgettable Romance. \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-eastern-echoes/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T204000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Dark Side of the Moon
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Wish You Were Here and The Dark Side of the Moon \nJoin us for a truly special evening as the Bristol Ensemble\, the city’s only professional chamber orchestra performs Pink Floyd’s legendary albums\, The Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here – 50th Anniversary! Fusing the spirit of the 1970s with the elegance of orchestral music\, Pink Floyd’s iconic albums Wish You Were here and The Dark Side of the Moon are brought to life by a 23-piece chamber orchestra.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/dark-side-of-the-moon-wmc/
LOCATION:Wiltshire Music Centre\, Ashley Road\, Bradford-on-Avon\, BA15 1DZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250624
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250326T151449Z
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music school concerts
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble’s new project BE Inspired was launched in Spring 2024 to bring Bristol Ensemble performances and interactive learning experiences to children who may otherwise be unlikely to access live music and culture. \nBE Inspired includes visits to schools by a 12-piece orchestra\, performances of engaging and relevant classical and contemporary pieces\, and interactive sessions where strings\, woodwind and brass instruments are introduced\, and children can ask questions and get involved.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-school-concerts-bristol/2025-06-23/
LOCATION:Bristol\, Bristol
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music school concerts
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble’s new project BE Inspired was launched in Spring 2024 to bring Bristol Ensemble performances and interactive learning experiences to children who may otherwise be unlikely to access live music and culture. \nBE Inspired includes visits to schools by a 12-piece orchestra\, performances of engaging and relevant classical and contemporary pieces\, and interactive sessions where strings\, woodwind and brass instruments are introduced\, and children can ask questions and get involved.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-school-concerts-bristol/2025-06-16/
LOCATION:Bristol\, Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bristol Ensemble for a joyful celebration of one of the most beloved works in classical music! \nIn this special anniversary performance\, the Bristol Ensemble will guide you through Vivaldi’s iconic ‘Four Seasons’ with witty and insightful introductions\, revealing the hidden stories behind his groundbreaking music. \nWhether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the work for the first time\, this unique event promises to be both entertaining and enlightening. \nJoin the Bristol Ensemble for a magical candlelit concert celebrating the 300th anniversary of Vivaldi’s timeless masterpiece.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/vivaldi-four-seasons-mission-theatre/
LOCATION:The Mission Theatre\, 32 Corn Street\, Bath\, BA1 1UF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble\nRoger Huckle director/soloist \nAntonio Vivaldi The Four Seasons\nLudovico Einaudi Primavera\, Divenire\, Petricor\, I Giorni \nThe wonderful nature inspired music of Vivaldi and Einaudi come together in this stunning summer concert. \nVivaldi’s The Four Seasons is one of the best loved pieces of classical music managing to capture the character of the Italian countryside through a year as the landscape and nature changes with the seasons. As the first example of programme music we introduce the story of The Four Seasons in a humorous and revealing way. \nThe natural world is also beautifully depicted by the works of Ludovico Einaudi as he takes us through Spring\, the evocative Petricor – smell of rain and I Giorni – ‘In the Days\, Our Life’\, which conclude an emotional and uplifting programme of music. \nTickets £21 available online at www.theprincesstheatre.co.uk/events/bristol-ensemble\, by phone on 01278 784464 or over the counter at The Princess Theatre. \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/vivaldi-four-seasons-princess-theatre/
LOCATION:The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre\, Princess Street\, Burnham-on-Sea\, Somerset\, TA8 1EH
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250611
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music school concerts
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble’s new project BE Inspired was launched in Spring 2024 to bring Bristol Ensemble performances and interactive learning experiences to children who may otherwise be unlikely to access live music and culture. \nBE Inspired includes visits to schools by a 12-piece orchestra\, performances of engaging and relevant classical and contemporary pieces\, and interactive sessions where strings\, woodwind and brass instruments are introduced\, and children can ask questions and get involved.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-school-concerts-bristol/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Bristol\, Bristol
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250610
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250326T150955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T155126Z
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music school concerts
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble’s new project BE Inspired was launched in Spring 2024 to bring Bristol Ensemble performances and interactive learning experiences to children who may otherwise be unlikely to access live music and culture. \nBE Inspired includes visits to schools by a 12-piece orchestra\, performances of engaging and relevant classical and contemporary pieces\, and interactive sessions where strings\, woodwind and brass instruments are introduced\, and children can ask questions and get involved.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-school-concerts-swindon/
LOCATION:Swindon\, Swindon
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Nailsworth: Mozart and More
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bristol Ensemble for Mozart and More\, a recital of delightful classical-era music. \nOpening with Mozart’s Duo Concertante\, presented in a rarely heard sextet arrangement\, the concert explores both the timeless and the inventive. Alongside the elegance of Haydn\, Caroline Shaw’s Entr’acte brings a modern twist—drawing from Haydn’s own work but venturing into a whimsical\, mirror-world where tradition transforms into vibrant new forms. \nTea and cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15\, available on the door and online at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nailsworth-mozart-and-more-tickets-1270337055329
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/nailsworth-mozart-and-more/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250523T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250523T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
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SUMMARY:Tasting Tunes
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Bristol Ensemble’s Tasting Tunes series of musical wine-tasting events\, this evening will celebrate a selection of fine French wines alongside the iconic music of beloved French artist Édith Piaf. \nImagine a cozy and intimate setting\, where you can enjoy a glass of wine and listen to the beautiful sounds of a live string quartet. \nYou’ll be welcomed to the 1904 Arts Club\, a hidden gem behind the Red Lodge Museum\, with its quirky artefacts and cabaret-style seating. As the candles flicker\, you’ll be treated to a live performances of Edith Piaf’s iconic music including Non\, Je Ne Regrette Rien and La Vie En Rose by the Bristol Ensemble\, the city’s leading professional orchestra. \nYou’ll also get to taste four fine French wines\, carefully selected by Oboe Fine Wines\, who are known for their quality\, sustainability and biodiversity. They’ll take you on a journey through each wine\, sharing the stories behind the music and the regions they come from. \nWhat’s included? \n\nA live string quartet performance of Édith Piaf’s iconic music\nTo celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the death of Erik Satie the ensemble also performs Trois Gymnopédies\nFour fine French wines\, expertly selected by Oboe Fine Wines\nGuided wine-tasting experience with insights into the music and regions\nAn intimate\, candlelit setting at the 1904 Arts Club\nA unique evening of culture\, music\, and fine wine in a cabaret-style venue\n\nWhether you’re looking for a romantic date night\, a fun outing with friends\, or a chance to meet new people\, this event is perfect for you. You’ll have a vibrant and relaxing evening\, full of culture\, flavour and joy! \nTickets are £40 per adult (£70 for two)\, available now online at www.yuup.co
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/tasting-tunes/
LOCATION:1904 Arts Club\, The Red Lodge\, Park Row\, Bristol\, BS1 5LJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T141500
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250326T142234Z
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music concert: Hope and Light
DESCRIPTION:300 local children from Bristol Ensemble’s award-winning music education programme take to the stage to perform in their annual Preludes Music concert. \nThe children will be supported by the Preludes Music band and Bristol Ensemble players\, delivering a wonderful learning experience for the children\, and a fantastic concert for audience members. \nPreludes Music is an education programme run by the Bristol Ensemble. Preludes has been working with children in under-resourced local communities for 15 years – delivering music education and life-enriching cultural experiences to children who have few opportunities to access music and the arts. This year\, the programme will reach around 4\,500 children.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-concert-2025/
LOCATION:St Mary Redcliffe Church\, Colston Parade\, BS1 6RA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250326T142913Z
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music school concerts
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble’s new project BE Inspired was launched in Spring 2024 to bring Bristol Ensemble performances and interactive learning experiences to children who may otherwise be unlikely to access live music and culture.\n\nBE Inspired includes visits to schools by a 12-piece orchestra\, performances of engaging and relevant classical and contemporary pieces\, and interactive sessions where strings\, woodwind and brass instruments are introduced\, and children can ask questions and get involved.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-school-concerts/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Weston-super-Mare\, Weston-super-Mare
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250514T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250305T104025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T115001Z
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SUMMARY:Shostakovich 50
DESCRIPTION:Viv McLean Pianist \nDmitri Shostakovich\nPiano Concerto No.2 in F Op.102\nChamber Symphony in C minor No.110a\nThe Gadfly Suite\nWaltz No.2 \n\nThis year marks the 50th anniversary of the passing of Dmitri Shostakovich\, one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. Known for his music’s unique blend of mockery\, irony\, grandeur\, and despair\, Shostakovich’s vast body of work continues to captivate audiences worldwide. \n\n\nWith 15 symphonies\, 15 string quartets\, operas\, and chamber works\, his music is a testament to his mastery of large-scale forms. It often reflects the tumultuous spirit of his time while also expressing his deeply personal and enduring vision. \n\n\nJoin the Bristol Ensemble in celebrating this musical icon\, featuring the acclaimed soloist Viv McLean performing the breathtaking Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Op. 102\, a work known for its radiant energy\, lyrical beauty\, and exhilarating virtuosity. \n\nTickets from £12 to £30 plus St George’s booking fees\, available from the box office by phone on 0117 929 4929\, over the counter at St George’s Bristol\, and online at www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/whats-on/bristol-ensemble-shostakovich-50
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/shostakovich-50/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250301T131853Z
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SUMMARY:Nailsworth: Strauss and Beethoven
DESCRIPTION:Richard Strauss Suite for 13 Wind Instruments in B flat major\, Op. 4\nBeethoven Octet in E flat major Op.103 \nThe Bristol Ensemble’s wind players perform two chamber music masterpieces. Richard Strauss had just turned 17 when he composed his Suite For 13 Wind Instruments in 1881. The music itself is melodic and lyrical\, revelling in the rich\, full sound of the ensemble. Beethoven’s Octet is another youthful work\, a tuneful and sunny summation of the charm and colour of classical wind chamber music.  \nTea and cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15 (£13 for those on low incomes)\, available on the door and online at www.eventbrite.com. Under 18s free of charge.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/nailsworth-may-2025/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250308T001654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T092111Z
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SUMMARY:Mozart by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Ganz Kleine Nachtmusik (Mozart’s newly rediscovered work)\nEine Kleine Nachtmusik in G\, K.525\nClarinet Concerto in A Major\, K.622 (arr. Berg)\nExcerpts from The Marriage of Figaro\nDivertimento in F major K.138 \nThe Bristol Ensemble’s highly entertaining Mozart by Candlelight concert takes you on a journey through some of Mozart’s best loved works with interesting and amusing anecdotes offering an insight into the mind of this genius composer. \nPrincipals of the Bristol Ensemble strings and Clarinet will give you a thrilling evening of original works and arrangements drawing you into the world of Mozart in 1700s Salzburg and Vienna. \nWe will also be performing a newly discovered work by Mozart – Ganz Kleine Nachtmusik\, which was only recently attributed to the young Mozart aged 11 and had its first public performance in Salzburg in September.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/mozart-by-candlelight-valley-arts/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, Chew Magna\, Chew Magna\, BS40 8SF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250507
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250326T142913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T154608Z
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SUMMARY:Preludes Music school concerts
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble’s new project BE Inspired was launched in Spring 2024 to bring Bristol Ensemble performances and interactive learning experiences to children who may otherwise be unlikely to access live music and culture.\n\nBE Inspired includes visits to schools by a 12-piece orchestra\, performances of engaging and relevant classical and contemporary pieces\, and interactive sessions where strings\, woodwind and brass instruments are introduced\, and children can ask questions and get involved.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-music-school-concerts/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Weston-super-Mare\, Weston-super-Mare
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250131T182621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T161439Z
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SUMMARY:Nailsworth: Quartet for the End of Time
DESCRIPTION:Olivier Messiaen Quartet for the End of Time \nIn a change to the previously-advertised programme\, Bristol Ensemble performs Olivier Messiaen’s hauntingly beautiful 8-movement work Quartet for the End of Time. Considered to be one of his most important works\, Messiaen wrote the piece whilst held as a prisoner of war in German captivity\, and it was first performed by his fellow prisoners. \nTea and cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15 (£13 for those on low incomes)\, available online from Eventbrite or on the door. Under 18s free of charge.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/nailsworth-messiaen/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20241219T143458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T162625Z
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SUMMARY:The Secret Life of Vivaldi
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary story of the remarkable rise of Antonio Vivaldi – from baker’s son to “Europe’s greatest composer” – in the world premiere of a unique event combining live orchestra\, choir and starring acclaimed actor Miltos Yerolemou (Game of Thrones\, Star Wars) as Vivaldi. \nWhat was the truth about the mysterious life of Vivaldi? What was the scandal involving Vivaldi and the beautiful prima donna\, Anna Giro? Why was Vivaldi banned from Ferrara by the Archbishop of the city? Why did the Patrician families of 18th century Venice regard Vivaldi with so much suspicion and contempt? What made “Europe’s greatest composer” die in poverty\, a broken man\, far away from his home in Venice? \n“Miltos Yerolemou is a fantastic actor – he brings Vivaldi to life! I think people will be fascinated by the trials and tribulation of Vivaldi’s life and his character.” Roger Huckle\, Music Director of Bristol Ensemble \nFeaturing many rarely-performed works\, including stunning excerpts from his choral masterpieces – Nisi Dominus\, Credo\, Stabat Mater\, Juditha Triumphans\, and operas like Orlando\, Arsilda\, Otone in Villa and Dorilla in Tempe\, plus breathtaking music from his opuses such as La Stravaganza and La Cetra – and tantalising highlights from the most popular music in the world\, Le Quattro Stagioni. \nJoin the Bristol Ensemble\, Fitzhardinge Consort and Miltos Yerolemou for an evening of Vivaldi’s spine-tingling music\, combined with astounding revelations about his life on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the publication of The Four Seasons. \n    \nWe are very grateful to Paragon Music Trust for the financial support that they have given us for this event. Do take a moment to visit their website (via the QR code) to read how you might help the Trust to support more music-making in the area.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/the-secret-life-of-vivaldi/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250131T175534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T080232Z
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SUMMARY:BE Contemporary: Meredith & Messiaen
DESCRIPTION:Olivier Messiaen Quartet for the End of Time (1940)\nAnna Meredith Hex (2001-3) \nBristol Ensemble performs an intriguing programme of contemporary works in the unique setting of Bristol 1904 Arts Club. Tickets £20\, available online at Eventbrite. \n60 minutes\, no interval. \nWith the friendly support of
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/be-contemporary-march-2025/
LOCATION:1904 Arts Club\, The Red Lodge\, Park Row\, Bristol\, BS1 5LJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250321T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20250219T151942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T150535Z
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SUMMARY:Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Antonio Vivaldi The Four Seasons\nLudovico Einaudi Primavera\, Divenire\, Petricor\, I Giorni\nAstor Piazzolla Summer \nVivaldi’s Four Seasons is one of the best-loved pieces of classical music\, capturing the Italian countryside through the changing seasons. The natural world is also beautifully depicted in the works of Ludovico Einaudi. Astor Piazzolla’s pulsating tango Summer concludes a fascinating emotional and uplifting programme of music. \nTickets £27 (£22 under 18s and students)\, includes £2 booking fee\, available from Wiltshire Music Centre box office on 01225 860 100 or online at www.wiltshiremusic.org.uk
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/vivaldis-four-seasons-wiltshire/
LOCATION:Wiltshire Music Centre\, Ashley Road\, Bradford-on-Avon\, BA15 1DZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T141533
CREATED:20241219T144441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T101255Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Arvo Pärt
DESCRIPTION:Arvo Pärt\nTabula Rasa\nSpiegel im Spiegel\nFratres\nCantus in Memoriam Benjamin Britten \nTo celebrate the 90th birthday of Estonian master-composer Arvo Pärt\, join the Bristol Ensemble for an extraordinary evening of some of his best-known pieces in the intimate candlelit atmosphere of St George’s Bristol. \nPärt is one of the most prominent composers of modern times and his music is both profoundly human and otherworldly\, steeped in deep emotion yet emanating from an almost meditative stillness. In this concert his legacy is honoured with performances of five of his most iconic works which capture the dramatic beauty and transcendental simplicity of his visionary approach. Projected visuals will make this deeply moving\, contemplative and enriching concert even more engaging.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/an-evening-of-arvo-part/2025-03-14/2/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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