Christmas Music by Candlelight
Take an evening to escape the festive rush and immerse yourself in a concert of spellbinding music, a quietly beautiful celebration of mystery, wonder and the deep, still heart of the season, performed by candlelight. Expect some of your favourite carols, and discover a treasure trove of gorgeous new - and old - music and readings that explore the magic, humour and peace of Christmas.
“Ex Cathedra stood out for the way they combine technical excellence with humanity and warmth. They’re seriously professional but also love the music into being, and I don’t think any choir in Britain does that better.” (Michael White, Catholic Herald)
Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
Running time: approx. 2 hours 10 minutes, including interval.
Refreshments will be available to purchase during the interval.
With thanks to Hagley PCC for inviting us back to give this concert.
EX CATHEDRA
Jeffrey Skidmore conductor
How to book
Tickets priced £29 will go on sale on 14 September 2025 via Eventbrite. The link will be published here towards the end of June. Please save the date.
Access
Everyone is welcome at Ex Cathedra’s concerts, and the choir is committed to doing all it can to ensure you have a great experience.
Level access is available via the main door and designated parking is available at the church. There is a toilet inside the church but it is not fully accessible and there is a low step. Please contact the church for more details.
This concert is not amplified. Readings will be amplified, using a hearing loop wherever available.
You may like to note that each half of this concert will be performed as an uninterrupted sequence and the atmosphere will be quiet and still for extended periods. Audiences usually reserve applause for the end of each half.
If you have any other access questions, please contact us, we are happy to help.
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Jeffrey says
"Christmas is always special and I look forward with great relish to programming our 13 Christmas Music by Candlelight concerts in Birmingham, London and around the region."
