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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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