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This concert showcases the leading composer of the early-Stuart period at the 400th anniversary of his death, along with works by his contemporaries, and present-day composers he has inspired.

Gibbons’ rich, polyphonic style led him to be dubbed the ‘English Palestrina’ before England’s descent into Civil War and Puritanism. 

City Chamber Choir, led by conductor Stephen Jones, will perform with period instrument group Orlando Camerata, playing Baroque viols.

Interval drinks will be served in the beautiful secluded courtyard of St Vedast-alias-Foster, Foster Lane.

Jacobean Genius

Orlando Gibbons and his legacy

7pm 8 July 2025

St Vedast-alias-Foster
London EC2V 6HH

Tickets on the door | £20 
Early Bird until 24-June-25 | £17
Student | £10
Under-12s free

Proud to be supported by The Finzi Trust

We are deeply grateful to The Finzi Trust
for generous their support

The 20th century English composer Gerald Finzi is renowned for the lyricism of his songs (especially settings of poems by Thomas Hardy) and instrumental writing. A lover of reading, collector of books and conservationist – whether of 18th century music or apples – Finzi joined with his wife, the artist and poet Joyce (Joy) Black, in developing amateur music-making, using their home to support the creativity of others.

Founded in 1969, the seeks to promote the music of Gerald Finzi and to further his ideals.

Join Us in 2025!

Looking for
Basses & Tenors!

We currently have openings for second basses and tenors for 2025.  Please do come and meet Steve and do a taster rehearsal.

If you love singing confidently in a chamber sized group, enjoy exploring new repertoire, are an adept sight-reader, you will find a haven of harmony and inclusivity.

We have some amazing upcoming repertoire to sing including the rarely performed ‘An English Mass’ by Herbert Howells, Gerald Finzi’s beautiful and intimate Requiem da Camera followed by our Orlando Gibbons celebration with a consort of viols.

email Helen at citychamberchoir@gmail.com

Our Music Director Stephen Jones

Stephen Jones is our founder and mentor

Steve founded the choir in 1987 wanting to craft adventurous repertoire with a sense of connection and imagination

"I aspire for singers to become as besotted with the joy of singing together as I am"

Explore Our Rich Musical Heritage

2024-2025 Season

8 July 2025

Jacobean Genius

St Vedast-alias-Foster

29 April 2025

Evensong

Charterhouse

1 April 2025

From Darkness
to Light

Holy Sepulchre

25 Jan 2025

Chapel Royal Masters Workshop

St Mary-at-Hill

17 Dec 2024

A Rose has Sprung

St Mary-at-Hill

17 Dec 2024

Edwardian Splendour

St Mary's Bourne Street

2025-2026 Save the Dates!

Tuesday
8 July 2026

Summer Celebration

St Vedast-alias-Foster

April 2026

Evensong

Charterhouse

Tuesday
24 March 2026

Five Season Strings

Gresham Centre

Saturday
24 Jan 2026

Come & Sing Workshop

St Mary-at-Hill

Tuesday
16 Dec 2025

Christmas Concert

St Mary's
Bourne Street

Thursday
6 Nov 2025

Organ Jewels

St Mary's
Bourne Street

City Chamber Choir remains very grateful to the
Sir Edward Lewis Foundation for their ongoing financial support

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