The Lark Ascending - English Chamber Orchestra - Cambridge
About this Event
Highlights
🎼 Stunning programme of the nation's favourite Classics
🎻 Exceptional classical performances from the English Chamber Orchestra
⭐ The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers or seasoned listeners alike.
⛪ Immersive candlelit ambience in the historic Trinity College Chapel
General Info
📅 Date: Thursday 10th September 2026
🕒 Time: 6-7pm or 8-9pm
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes
Come 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 alongide other timeless classics. Experience a magical live performance of the UK's all-time chart-topping favourites, and discover some new hidden gems along the way.
A hugely appealing programme is designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! Recognisable. Accessible. Beautiful.
Highlights
The programme features Vaughan William's magical The Lark Ascending, Vivaldi's "Winter" from The Four Seasons, 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.
"I loved the show so much - I can't wait to come back" Audience member.
"It was just exceptional. I couldn't help smiling and pinching myself. These concerts are a real treaure." Audience member
Programmes
Concert 1 - 6-7pm
Mad Lover’s Aire, Eccles
The Lark Ascending, Vaughan Williams
Romance, Amy Beach
Winter, from the Four Seasons , Vivaldi
Concert 2 – 8-9pm
Mad Lover’s Aire, Eccles
The Lark Ascending, Vaughan Williams
Love through the Seasons, Cecilia McDowall
Winter, from the Four Seasons, Vivaldi
Tickets
Band A £45 (front stalls and pews from the choir stalls onwards)
Band B £35 (rear seats and pews from before the choir stalls and backwards)
Band C (restricted view) £25 (behind the screen) - some seats will have no sightlines at all
Child £12
Student £15
VIP Tickets
To enjoy this wonderul event in style:
Solo VIP ticket - £75 champagne reception, cordoned off area pre show, Band A seat, chance to meet the musicians after the show
Duet VIP ticket - £140 champagne reception, cordoned off area pre show, best seats for two, chance to meet the musicians after the show
To support charity Music in Action and their mission to help disadvantaged children and bring music to communities please email [email protected]
All profits from this concert will go towards the work of the charity which includes supporting local children in Cambridgeshire.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 13.70 to GBP 152.38
