The Lark Ascending - Oxford

The English Chamber Orchestra and Harriet Mackenzie perform Vivaldi's Winter and Classics at fabulous University Church in Oxford.HighlightsStunning programme of The Lark Ascending alongside the beautiful sounds of sound of Vivaldi's Winter from the Four Seasons
Exceptional classical performances from the English Chamber Orchestra
The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers
The beautiful candlelit University ChurchGeneral InfoDate: Friday 25th September 2026
Time: 7-9pm with a break
Duration: 90 minutesCome and be swept away by a breathtaking candlelit performance of Vivaldi's Winter from the Four Seasons with world class soloist Harriet Mackenzie and the English Chamber Orchestra as well as other timeless classics.A hugely appealing programme is designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many restaurants and bars nearby to complete your evening.
The programme also features Vaughan William's magical The Lark Ascending and the stunning Aire from the Mad Lover's Suite by John Eccles.Described as "A knockout from start to finish" (The Guardian), Harriet Mackenzie's recordings have received five stars from The Times and nominations for 'Recording of the Year'.The English Chamber Orchestra is the most recorded chamber orchestra in the world. From its beginning, the ECO has worked with the most significant musical figures in classical music with soloists such as Daniel Barenboim, Placido Domingo, Jacqueline du Pre, Kiri te Kanawa, Yehudi Menuhin, and Luciano Pavarotti.ProgrammeMad Lover's Aire - Eccles
Winter, from the Four Seasons - Vivaldi
The Lark Ascending - Vaughan Williams
Romance - Amy Beach
Autumn - Pirotti
Sospiri - Elgar