Christmas Music by Candlelight
Immerse yourself in the serene embrace of this popular, atmospheric concert - where hushed anticipation and spellbinding seasonal music fills the air, and the choir is enveloped in the soft glow of candlelight.
We perform a seamless sequence of Christmas favourites, little-known gems and gorgeous new music, interspersed with a selection of readings, to explore the magic, mystery - and humour - of the season.
Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
Running time approx. 2 hours 10 minutes, including interval.
You are invited to bring your own refreshments for the interval.
Please note this concert is in Moseley, and is additional to the concerts we are giving at St Paul's in the Jewellery Quarter 19, 20 & 21 December.
EX CATHEDRA
Jeffrey Skidmore conductor
Rupert Jeffcoat organ
How to book
£45 / £36 / £27 / £15 including per ticket commission
£15 - aged 18-30, not in full-time education
£5 - under 18s and students in full-time education
Book online or call the B:Music box office on 0121 780 3333
Ex Cathedra is an Associate Artist at Symphony Hall & Town Hall (B:Music venues)
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How to find the venue
St Mary’s Church is located just off Moseley high street (A435) at the junction with St Mary's Row. Roadside parking is very limited but Moseley Village Car Park is convenient with direct access opposite the church.
Moseley is served by buses including nos.1, 1A, 35 & 50. Find more here. The new railway station is adjacent to the church and may open in time for this concert.
Access
Everyone is welcome at our concerts, and we are committed to doing all we can to ensure you have a great experience.
Level access is via the eastern path on St Mary’s Row. An accessible toilet is located inside the church via a door at the west end, please ask a steward for directions. Designated, discounted seats have been allocated for wheelchair users and companions as the church has box pews; please call the box office to book these.
This concert is not amplified, the atmosphere can be quite still, and 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's introduction to the season
"The two solstice concerts - Summer Music and Christmas Music - have for a long time attracted large audiences with their mix of a diverse range of music and poetry presented and choreographed to explore the architecture and acoustic of the beautiful buildings in which we are privileged to perform... For many people Christmas Music by Candlelight represents the start of Christmas. This year’s unique programme is still a secret but will contain the usual eclectic mixture of seasonal goodies. Book early!"
