Memorial Concert: in memory of Canon Dick Jones, co-founder of Bournemouth Bach Choir
2024-04-20 19:00 - 21:15 (Europe/London) | St Andrew’s Church, 40 Church St, Fontmell Magna,, Shaftesbury, SP7 0NY, United Kingdom
Bournemouth Bach Choir are honoured to perform in memory of Canon Dick Jones who co-founded our choir. Our musical director and committee have liaised with the family to agree a delightful programme of music.
This performance has free admission, with a retiring collection in aid of ‘Family for Every Child’ and St. Andrew’s Church Fabric Repair Fund.
Programme to include:

Handel Hallelujah Chorus
Wood O Thou, the Central Orb
Fauré Cantique de Jean Racine
Wesley Blessed be the God and Father
Balfour Gardiner Evening Hymn
Elgar Ave verum
Brahms How lovely are thy dwellings
Mendelssohn Hear my prayer (‘O for the wings’)

Classical Splendour: Mozart, Vivaldi, Handel, Bach, Haydn & Zelenka
2024-07-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Priory, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU, United Kingdom
Come and hear some popular classics in the beautiful surroundings of Christchurch Priory: Handel’s Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Bach’s Jesu Joy and Vivaldi’s Magnificat along with other works by Handel, Haydn and Zelenka. What better way to spend a summer’s evening!

Tickets are available from Christchurch Priory Box Office, click here to be redirected.

November 2024 concert: Fauré & Duruflé Requiem
2024-11-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Priory, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU, United Kingdom
Musical Director Tim Hooper is delighted to bring these works to the fantastic Christchurch Priory.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting harmonies of beloved choral masterpieces. Join us for an unforgettable evening of timeless classics; let the power of choral music stir your soul.

Tickets are available from Christchurch Priory Box Office.
The concert poster can be downloaded in PDF here.
Musical Director, Tim Hooper, has said: “November 4th this year marks the 100th year since Fauré’s death. In celebration Bournemouth Bach Choir and Orchestra are performing, perhaps his most-loved work, the Requiem op. 48, alongside his sublime Cantique de Jean Racine. Performing with us will be our fabulous chamber orchestra and Jade Moffat (mezzo) and Jonathan Prentice (baritone). We will also perform Duruflé’s glorious Requiem op. 9 with virtuoso organist Sam Hanson.“

Opening Concert for the Christmas Tree Festival
2024-12-01 15:00 - 17:00 | St Luke’s, St Luke's Road, Bournemouth, BH3 7LR, United Kingdom
Bournemouth Bach Choir are delighted to support St Luke’s Church with their opening concert for the Christmas Tree Festival.
Concert starts at 3pm. Christmas Tree Festival open 3-5pm daily.
Part of the Parish of Four Saints, proud members of Inclusive Church, they have some fabulous services and events planned. Please see their website here.

Messiah 2024
2024-12-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Wimborne Minster, High St, Wimborne Minster, Wimborne, BH21 1EB, United Kingdom
Ring in the festive season with one of the greatest musical masterpieces of all time—Handel’s Messiah! Join us on December 21st for a powerful performance that will lift your spirit and fill your heart with joy. From the triumphant ‘Hallelujah Chorus’ to the soul-stirring solos, this is a celebration of music you won’t want to miss. Purchase your tickets today and make Messiah part of your holiday tradition!
Note: all seating is unreserved.

Tickets are available from Bournemouth Bach Choir’s Ticket Source.
Concert poster can be downloaded in PDF here.

March 2025 concert: Bach St John Passion
2025-03-15 | Christchurch Priory, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU, United Kingdom
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and reflection as we present Johann Sebastian Bach’s masterful St John Passion. This deeply moving oratorio will be performed in the stunning setting of Christchurch Priory on March 15th, just in time to prepare our hearts for Easter.

Date: March 15, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Venue: Christchurch Priory, Christchurch, Dorset

Immerse yourself in the powerful storytelling and exquisite harmonies of Bach’s composition, brought to life by a talented ensemble of soloists, choir, and orchestra. This performance promises to be a spiritual and musical journey, capturing the essence of the Passion story with profound emotion and artistry.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of the greatest works of sacred music in a breath-taking historical venue. Secure your tickets now and be part of an evening that will resonate long after the final note.

Here’s a brief summary of the plot of Bach’s St John Passion:
The St John Passion is an oratorio that tells the story of the final days of Jesus Christ, as narrated in the Gospel of John. The work is divided into two parts:

Part One: It begins with Jesus’ arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane. The narrative follows his trial before the high priests and Peter’s denial of Jesus. The music captures the tension and drama of these events, with the chorus representing the crowd and various soloists taking on the roles of different characters.
Part Two: This part focuses on Jesus’ trial before Pontius Pilate, his crucifixion, and death. The emotional intensity builds as the story progresses, culminating in Jesus’ final words on the cross and his burial. The work concludes with a reflective and sorrowful chorus, contemplating the significance of Jesus’ sacrifice.

Throughout the oratorio, Bach’s music vividly portrays the emotions and events of the Passion story, using a combination of recitatives, arias, chorales, and choruses. The St John Passion is renowned for its dramatic power and spiritual depth, making it a profound experience for both performers and listeners.

Travel Advice on Concert Day
Please note there are roadworks affecting areas to the east of Christchurch Priory. Please see https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/news-hub/news-articles/temporary-closure-of-christchurch-bypass-for-essential-maintenance

June 2025 concert: Haydn The Creation
2025-06-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Romsey Abbey, Church Lane, Romsey, SO51 8EP, United Kingdom
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November 2025 concert: Jenkins Armed Man; Haydn Nelson Mass
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Wimborne Minster, High St, Wimborne Minster, Wimborne, BH21 1EB, United Kingdom

Messiah 2025
2025-12-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Christchurch Priory, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU, United Kingdom

March 2026 concert: Monteverdi Vespers
2026-03-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Salisbury Cathedral, Salisbury Cathedral, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EF, United Kingdom
Book your tickets on the Salisbury Cathedral website: https://www.salisburycathedral.org.uk/events/monteverdi-vespers-of-1610/

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June 2026 Concert: Heavenly Harmony
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Romsey Abbey, Church Lane, Romsey, SO51 8EP, United Kingdom
Handel Coronation Anthems; Chandos Anthem No. 10; Eternal Source of Light Divine; Let the Bright Seraphim; and Bach Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring

November 2026 concert
2026-11-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Wimborne Minster, High St, Wimborne Minster, Wimborne, BH21 1EB, United Kingdom
Programme to be announced

Messiah 2026
2026-12-05 19:30 - 21:45 | Christchurch Priory, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU, United Kingdom
