Our next concert features one of the great choral masterpieces of the 19th century, Brahms’ A German Requiem, performed in a chamber version that brings new clarity to this work.
The German Requiem was originally scored for symphony orchestra and Brahms also wrote a version for piano duet which is often performed, but Epsom Choral Society will perform the work in a relatively new arrangement by Iain Farrington, scored for just flute, oboe, clarinet, violin, viola, cello and piano. This arrangement preserves much of Brahms’ orchestral texture retaining much of the original orchestration. We will be joined by the English Sinfonietta Chamber Ensemble and two outstanding soloists, Elizabeth Findon (soprano) and Dominic Sedgwick (baritone), both widely admired for their concert and operatic performances, and the whole will be conducted by Julian Collings.
The programme also includes two contrasting choral works by Josef Rheinberger: the serene and much-loved motet Abendlied, and his Mass in E flat, a work for double choir written in just a few days 10 years after Brahms wrote his Requiem. It is dedicated to Pope Leo Xlll, and is considered to be Rheinberger’s finest work.
The Surrey Philharmonia’s first concert of the year will take place on Saturday, 28th February, at St George’s church, Ashtead. It features Mozart’s flute concerto with award winning soloist Daniel Shao. Adapted, by Mozart, from an original oboe concerto, it is said to be an excellent showpiece for a modern virtuosic soloist.
The concert opens with Schumann’s Overture, Sherzo & Finale. Written rapidly in 1841, the work reflects Schumann’s happiness at marrying Clara Wieck.
You will also hear Beethoven’s 8th symphony. Described as compact & witty, it is Beethoven’s penultimate, & shortest symphony.
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Our annual Christmas concert is on Saturday 20th December at 7:30pm at St Martin’s Church, Epsom in the presence of The Mayor of Epsom & Ewell, Robert Leach, and Helen Maguire, MP for Epsom & Ewell.
This year ECS has commissioned a new carol, Ring, Bells, Ring!, from composer Gareth Treseder in honour of former ECS member, Liz Kent. As usual there will be much festive music with carols familiar and new with audience invited to join in the traditional favourites. The concert will be conducted by our MD Julian Collings with Connaught Brass providing the true festive spirit.
Tickets are priced at just £20, with half-price discount for under-25s. Every ticket includes a free glass of wine and a complimentary programme.
Come and celebrate Christmas with Epsom Choral Society.
Celebrate the festive season with a short concert of choruses from the Messiah and Christmas carols (with audience participation!) Followed by refreshments.
Don’t miss the next exciting concert from the Surrey Philharmonic Orchestra. We are proud to present a concert dedicated to the memory of Neil Gilchrist, who is much missed by all his fellow orchestra musicians.
The Magic Flute is a melodic fusion of the sublime & the silly. Although the opera proved to be a great success, Mozart died only two months after its opening, at the age of 35.
The third symphony is the shortest of Brahms’ four symphonies. Its third movement will be familiar to many from its frequent use in films.
Schumann’s cello concerto in A minor was completed in just under two weeks & was never played in the composer’s lifetime.
Our soloist is Kosta Popovic who was born in 2000 into a musical family in Podgorica, Montenegro. The winner of many international competitions, Kosta is the founder member of the prize winning Fibonacci Quartet.
Join Epsom Choral Society for a special evening of music on Saturday 22nd November at St Martin’s Church, Epsom, as we perform Dvořák’s Stabat Mater. This extraordinary choral work is filled with deep emotion, moving from moments of quiet reflection to dramatic intensity, and has become one of the composer’s most beloved sacred masterpieces.
We are thrilled to be joined by four outstanding soloists: Lisa Swayne (soprano), Judy Louie Brown (mezzo), John Findon (tenor), and Niall Anderson (bass). Accompanied by the excellent English Sinfonietta and conducted by our Musical Director, Julian Collings, this promises to be an evening of beauty, power, and poignancy.
Tickets are priced at just £20, with half-price discount for under-25s. Every ticket includes a free glass of wine and a complimentary programme, the perfect opportunity to enjoy a memorable night of world-class music in the centre of Epsom
Less than 3 weeks to go until the next concert from the Surrey Philharmonic Orchestra. We are proud to present a concert dedicated to the memory of Neil Gilchrist, who is much missed by all his fellow orchestra musicians.
The Magic Flute is a melodic fusion of the sublime & the silly. Although the opera proved to be a great success, Mozart died only two months after its opening, at the age of 35.
The third symphony is the shortest of Brahms’ four symphonies. Its third movement will be familiar to many from its frequent use in films.
Schumann’s cello concerto in A minor was completed in just under two weeks & was never played in the composer’s lifetime.
Our soloist is Kosta Popovic who was born in 2000 into a musical family in Podgorica, Montenegro. The winner of many international competitions, Kosta is the founder member of the prize winning Fibonacci Quartet.
Tenors Unlimited, the ‘Rat Pack of Opera’ will be performing their new show “Great Songs Tour” on Thursday 2nd October 7.30pm at Epsom Playhouse with local Surrey choir Cobham Ladies Choir.
The new show not only features great songs from opera, but also musical theatre and pop. Paul Martin and Jem Sharples – the dynamic duo – are back on the road again after a highly successful 18 months captivating audiences both sides of the Atlantic in their UK and USA tours. They have entertained packed houses with their fabulous harmonies, fun repartee and killer sense of humour.
Jem says “We’re so excited to be back on the road in the UK. There’s something for everyone in our new show such as Puccini’s Nessun Dorma, Bizet’s The Pearl Fishers’ Duet, Freddie Mercury’s Barcelona, The Greatest Showman’s From Now On, You Raise Me Up, Nat King Cole’s L-O-V-E, as well as songs we’ve composed ourselves.”
See the duo in action https://youtu.be/DPb62jfT2hs
Known as the “Rat Pack of Opera” the UK’s original classical-crossover ‘man band’ brings their own blend of wit, humour, charm and vocal arrangements to their performances.
They have performed world-wide alongside such notables as Sting, Lionel Richie, Katherine Jenkins, Beyoncé, Hayley Westenra, Simply Red and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
They have appeared on television, radio and at top venues such as The Royal Albert Hall and the Royal Festival Hall.
Their wide-ranging repertoire includes popular classics combined with crooner and pop favourites, as well as songs written by the guys themselves.
The Surrey Philharmonic Orchestra is proud to present a concert dedicated to the memory of Neil Gilchrist, who is much missed by all his fellow orchestra musicians.
The Magic Flute is a melodic fusion of the sublime & the silly. Following its solemn introduction, the overture continues with animated, fugue-style orchestration. Although the opera proved to be a great success, Mozart died only two months after its opening, at the age of 35.
The third symphony is the shortest of Brahms’ four symphonies. Its third movement will be familiar to many from its frequent use in films. One of the composer’s greatest triumphs, It is considered by many to be the first Romantic symphony.
Schumann’s cello concerto in A minor was completed in just under two weeks & was never played in the composer’s lifetime. It’s form is somewhere between three movements played without pause & one continuous movement.
Our soloist is Kosta Popovic who was born in 2000 into a musical family in Podgorica, Montenegro. The winner of many international competitions, Kosta is the founder member of the prize winning
Fibonacci Quartet.
