The Parliament Choir – Puccini & Bernstein – 7.30pm
The Parliament Choir presents an evening of music from Puccini and Bernstein. Puccini's Messa di Gloria was written when he was still in his teens. It is a joyful and accomplished setting of The Mass which gives glimpses of his later operatic work. Bernstein was commissioned to write a piece for the Southern Cathedrals Festival in Chichester 70 years ago. The work sets the words of five Psalms in three uplifting movements in a call for peace.
The Choir of the UK Parliament is an inclusive organisation, where politicians of all parties and staff work harmoniously together.
It is well-loved and has performed to large and enthusiastic audiences in iconic venues such as Westminster Hall, Westminster Abbey, Westminster Cathedral, the Royal Festival Hall, the Banqueting House, Coventry Cathedral and York Minster. It has been an ambassador for the UK and the UK Parliament in Berlin (Bundestag), the Czech Republic (St Vitus Cathedral), Italy (Tuscan Festival) and France (Notre Dame de Paris) and The Vatican.
Upcoming Events
Now May We Singen – 7.30pm
A gala concert of Cecilia McDowall’s music to celebrate her 75th birthday
Brought together by their love, partnership and patronage of one the world’s most celebrated contemporary composers, this very special concert will celebrate the breadth and brilliance of Cecilia McDowall in her 75th birthday year. With performances of commissions, a unique collaboration between the choirs and rare chances to hear hidden gems from McDowall’s choral world, this performance promises to enrich and enlighten.
London Oriana Choir : Dominic Ellis-Peckham
Vox Anima Chamber Choir : James Meaders
City Chamber Choir : Stephen Jones
Addison Singers Chamber Choir : Matthew Thomas Morgan
Matthew Hough, piano
Fenella Humphreys, violin
Elder High School Glee Club – 3pm – FREE CONCERT
Celebrate the songs you love! Broadway showstoppers, American folk traditions, & pop favourites — performed in rich four-part men's harmony.
Elder High School is an all-boys high school in Cincinnati, Ohio, and its acclaimed Elder Glee Club has toured across the United States and much of Europe since 1976. For this concert tour, the ensemble is led by Co-Directors Marco Colant and Justin Kohler.
From the bright lights of Broadway to beloved folk tunes from the US to Africa, and chart-topping pop — experience it all in powerful four-part male harmony! Audiences will enjoy a vibrant mix of classics, including timeless hits by The Temptations, the joyful groove of Stevie Wonder, and the sun-soaked harmonies of The Beach Boys. The program also features moving spirituals such as Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel, Climbin’ Up the Mountain, Poor Man Lazarus, and We Shall Walk Through the Valley in Peace, adding depth and soul to the performance. Blending rich choral tradition with the energy of pop and soul favourites, the Elder School Glee Club delivers an uplifting musical experience that celebrates harmony, nostalgia, and the joy of live performance.
SSCS – Messa di Gloria – Giacomo Puccini – 6pm
SSCS is delighted to invite you to our Summer Concert 2026 on Sunday 5 July at 6pm, directed by Oliver Lallemant. The programme is Giacomo Puccini's Messa di Gloria and tickets are available here or on the door. You can download the flyer here. SSCS is always looking for even more members to be a part of our wonderfully fun and engaging choir. There's no audition; we welcome everyone. Email Olly for details admin@sloanesquarechoralsociety.com