In Conversation: Dame Judith Weir and Professor Martyn Harry
Ahead of Bach 1725, Professor Martyn Harry spoke with renowned composer Judith…
A Unique Celebration of the 1725 Ascension Day Cantata
On Wednesday 7th May 2025, the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment will mark the 300th anniversary of Johann Sebastian Bach’s 1726 Ascension Day cantata Auf Christi Himmelfahrt allein (BWV 128) with a performance at Oxford’s Sheldonian Theatre produced by the Oxford Cultural Programme.
THRIVING IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Kaleidoscope Chamber collective’s Music and Wellbeing day
On Friday 28th February we followed Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective for a day dedicated to exploring the powerful connections between music and wellbeing. Join us as we reflect on this thought-provoking and transformative event.
Call out for Leys Festival 2025
On Saturday 5 July 2025 we will come together again for food,…
Let’s Build a Town! and the Importance of Play
Ahead of a special evening performance this March, in which Oxford schoolchildren…
Stories behind the music: Castalian String Quartet – 30 January
Excitement mounts for the upcoming programme for Castalian String Quartet’s concert on…
Personal Invitation: Radical Curiosity
Curious about how creativity can shape a better future? Come along and…
Pioneers of the Stage: Breathing New Life into 18th-century Theatre
As the curtain rises on a forgotten gem of the 18th century…
The Power of Music on Wellbeing
As the sun rises and a new day begins, Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective…
Music & Wellbeing: What do vinyasas and violins have in common?
Elena Urioste is a violinist and co-director of Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective with…
Stories Behind the Music: Castalian String Quartet – 26 November
As anticipation builds, the Castalian String Quartet invites you to explore the special programme for their concert on Tuesday 26 November at the Holywell Music Room. Featuring three captivating pieces, each with its own unique character and story, the evening promises to be a journey through musical landscapes both familiar and new. For those curious to delve deeper, we’ve prepared a sneak peek into the programme notes, offering insights into the stories and history behind the music you’ll experience.
Introducing the next wave of digital creatives: Dreams & Echoes
On the theme of dreams and echoes in the Adventures in Consciousness…