Lunchtime concert: 20th Century Sax and winds

Louisa Kataria brings her virtuoso versatility to St Margaret's - playing alto and soprano sax, flute and clarinet - in a vivid selection of music, accompanied by pianist Joseph Cummings.

Vivacious dance rhythms scintillate through this impressive array of instruments and music, including Milhaud’s lively 'Scaramouche', Piazzolla’s beguiling 'Histoire du Tango', and the uniquely American sound of Gershwin’s clarinet works.

Enjoy the varied sounds and vibrant colours of this C20th music, all in the beautiful C16th setting of St Margaret's Church alongside Westminster Abbey.

A perfect spirited lunchtime concert to keep the mood bright in early Autumn!

Artist: Louisa Kataria - Sax, Clarinet, and Flute

Programme to include:

Milhaud - Scaramouche - Alto sax

Piazzolla - Histoire du Tango - Soprano sax

Tea for Two - Flute

Paul Harvey - Three Etudes on themes of Gershwin for solo clarinet

OR Walking the Dog by Gershwin for clarinet (tbc)

Rutter Aria and Waltz - flute

This concert continues our series of concerts in partnership with the Royal College of Music students and recent graduates, as part of our commitment to supporting young musicians.

Ticketing information:

Concert venue location - This event takes place in St Margaret’s Church, Westminster Abbey. Enter at the main West door.

Access is via the West gate, at left of Westminster Abbey, the main public queue for visitors. Come up the path alongside the Abbey, you'll see St Margaret's Church at the top, enter at the main West door. The Marshal (red cloak) will guide you.

Timings - Doors will open 15 minutes before the concert at 12:45pm and the concert will begin at 1:00pm.

Unreserved seating - Tickets are all one price.

Queue outside - The Marshals and Beadles will admit people in order of arrival

Access and security - Please have your ticket ready to show our staff (either printed or on your mobile phone).

Security check on your arrival - Your bag will be searched and we ask you not to bring any large items with you (for example suitcases, large backpacks or folding bicycles) as these will not be allowed inside and we are unable to store them for you.

Attendee tickets for young people under the age of 18 are free when accompanied by a ticket holder (Recommend ages 9+)

Age suitability - This event is suitable for adults and young people over the age of 9.

Westminster City Card holders receive 40% discount - see the ‘Culture offers’ on the Westminster City Card scheme website for details.

This event does not include entry to Westminster Abbey.

We recommend looking at the Visit us pages to plan a visit during opening hours. If you would like to look around the rest of the Abbey during your visit then we recommend you do so before you attend the Lunchtime Concert. This is to allow you enough time to see as much as possible.

The Abbey is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events for all. If you have any access requirements or questions about your visit, please contact us when booking. [email protected]

Filming and photography Please note that filming and sound recording are not permitted in St Margaret’s Church. See our photography policy for more information.