Christmas Music by Candlelight
Step out of the winter rush and into the still, warm glow of candlelight. Our much-loved concerts offer beautiful seasonal music, a sprinkling of favourite carols, and readings to make you smile and reflect, all revealing the quiet magic of Christmas. Encounter the mystery as well as the merriment. Once experienced, they’re never forgotten.
“a multi-sensory, immersive experience ... choral perfection" (My Shrewsbury)
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.
EX CATHEDRA Consort
Jeffrey Skidmore conductor
How to book
Priority booking for our Host of Angels will open from Fri 15 May using the same codes Angels have already received. Tickets are on general sale from 21 May.
£39 / £34 / £28 / £22
£15 - aged 18-30, not in full-time education
£8 - under 18s and students in full-time education
Book online or call the Three Choirs Festival box office on 01452 768 928. There is a booking fee of £2.50 per order.
Other opportunities to hear Ex Cathedra in Hereford & save 10%
Do join us again at Hereford Cathedral on Wed 16 June 2027 for the Monteverdi Vespers (1610)
And enjoy 10% off tickets for both concerts if you book tickets via the Three Choirs Festival box office in the same transaction.
Access
Everyone is welcome at our concerts, and we are committed to doing all we can to ensure you have a great experience.
Detailed access information is available on the cathedral website here.
Designated, discounted seats have been allocated for wheelchair users and companions on the ends of rows adjoining the centre aisle as some rows have fixed pews; please call the box office to book these.
This concert is not amplified. Readings will be amplified, using a hearing loop wherever available.
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.
Concert FAQs
Find answers to your questions here. Do let us know if we've missed anything you'd find helpful.
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."
