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Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending by Candlelight

Experience the ultimate fusion of classical masterpieces with London Concertante's captivating concert at St Giles' Cathedral, featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Vaughan-Williams' Lark Ascending.

Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending by Candlelight

About Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending by Candlelight

London Concertante are delighted to announce the return of their sell-out Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and The Lark Ascending by Candlelight concert series.

Experience astounding music by one of classical music’s greatest composers performed by some of the country’s best classical musicians all presented by stunning candlelight in cathedrals across the UK & Ireland.

Bathe in soaring crescendos and melodic strings as our live ensemble conjures Vivaldi’s exceptional craft, imagination, and quality, showcasing his pioneering techniques and his profound impact on Baroque music. This concert series promises to bring the iconic ‘Four Seasons’ to life in an extraordinary musical journey through nature’s beauty, strength and grace.

One of the UK’s most renowned ensembles, London Concertante has been bringing outstanding quality classical music to audiences across the country for over three decades, creating unforgettable experiences for classical music connoisseurs and newcomers alike.

If you don’t consider yourself ‘in the know’ about classical music, fear not, this is the orchestra for you. London Concertante boasts an impressive record in which half of our audiences are first time classical concert goers.

Book now as a cherished gift for your favourite classical music lover, and for a night out truly like no other.

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