Lunchtime Concert: The charm of the French horn

Enjoy this celebration of the rich mellow sounds of the French horn, interwoven with piano.

Kaishun Ypsilantis, collaborative piano (recent graduate of the RCM) performs with Isabella Ward Ackland, French horn.

From showy fanfare to haunting melody, from call to action to the deepest emotional expression and tender lyricism, this programme showcases the beautiful range of the horn, entwined with piano harmonies.

Isabella and Kaishun play a programme of exquisite music from the C19th and C20th:

Beethoven – Sonata for Horn and Piano in F major, Op. 17 (c. 15’)

Poulenc – Élégie, FP 168 (c. 10’)

Jane Vignery – Sonata for Horn and Piano, Op. 7 (c. 18’)

This concert continues our partnership with the Royal College of Music, showcasing outstanding their students and recent graduates, as part of St Margaret's and Westminster Abbey's support for 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 50% 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.