The Esterhazy Singers – Haydn’s Nelson Mass – 7:30pm
The Esterhazy Singers, under new Music Director, David Halstead, will be performing the glorious Nelson Mass - named Missa in Angustiis (Mass for troubled times) by the composer - joined by their orchestra in their first concert since 2020. Alongside Haydn’s ‘greatest’ work, they will present other works on the theme of turmoil: Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb sets verses written by psychiatric patient Christopher Smart, for this performance with Imogen Holst’s orchestration; alongside Brahms’ Geistliches Lied (Spiritual Song); and Mozart’s mournful Adagio and Fugue in C minor (K. 546).
Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start and there will be one interval.
You can find out more about the Esterhazy Singers and their musical activity by visiting their website at www.esterhazysingers.com
Inspired by the Esterhazy family, well-known patrons to musicians and composers including Haydn, The Esterhazy Singers proudly provide young talented singers an opportunity to get experience with an established choir. By attending our concerts, you are helping us continue – and expand – the choral scholarship scheme.
Upcoming Events
The Pico Players’ Autumn Concert 2025
Join us for The Pico Players' Autumn Concert 2025! After many years of popular demand from orchestra and audience alike - we are delighted to be performing Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, alongside some other favourites you are sure to recognise.
Bizet - Carmen, Suite No.1
Debussy - Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune
Berlioz - Symphonie fantastique
Conductor: Leo Geyer
Holy Trinity Sloane Square – Mozart’s Requiem – 7pm
HOLY TRINITY PRESENTS
MOZART’S REQUIEM and other great choral works on a theme of remembrance.
Duruflé Requiem – Twickenham Choral – 7pm
Join Twickenham Choral for a moving performance of Maurice Duruflé's Requiem in the beautiful surroundings of Holy Trinity Sloane Square. Composed in 1947, this deeply spiritual work blends Gregorian chant with rich harmonies to create an atmosphere of serenity and hope. Unlike more dramatic settings of the Requiem Mass, Duruflé's version offers a message of peace and consolation.
The concert also includes a performance of Rob Fenton's Ave Verum and music from cellist Oliver Simpson.
Twickenham Choral is conducted by Howard Ionascu. The choir will be joined by acclaimed soloists Cathy Bell mezzo soprano and Alexander Hopkins baritone, and accompanied by organist Andrew Lumsden.