London Octave — Christmas with Handel, Bach & Vivaldi by Candlelight at St James’s Piccadilly
London, St James's Church — Main Hall
About the Event
Don't miss this special pre‐Christmas treat brought to you by the dazzling ensemble London Octave (director Dietrich Bethge) … 'full of sparkle and wit' (Metro) and their acclaimed soloists violinist Lorraine McAslan and mezzosoprano Rosina Fabius . Enjoy some of the best loved seasonal music including 'Winter' from Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons', arias from Handel's 'Messiah' and Corelli's 'Christmas Concerto'. Respond to the unique candlelit atmosphere of the 17th century church of St James, Piccadilly.
The outstanding ensemble London Octave (director Dietrich Bethge) was formed from London’s leading musicians in 2000. Since then they have performed over 150 concerts, not only for their audience’s, but also for their own enjoyment. They have appeared on BBC radio, toured abroad and made several CD’s.
“full of sparkle and wit” Metro.
Tonight’s soloist, the dazzling violinist Lorraine McAslan has recorded numerous acclaimed CD’s and is one of Great Britain’s outstanding violinists
‘”spellbinding’” The Daily Telegraph
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Artists
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Address
St James's Church, 197 Piccadilly, London, United Kingdom — Google Maps