The Story of the Bach Manuscript
Ahead of the Bach 1725 celebrations on Wednesday 7 May, Martin Holmes, Bodleian Libraries, explores the history of the manuscript and its journey to Oxford.
12 Nov 24 | Events
The Cultural Programme announces 24/25 classical music series
Oxford University’s Cultural Programme is proud to announce a diverse and exciting…
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Film Consultant Call Out
The Cultural Programme is looking to engage a film consultant to undertake…
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.
Female Enlightenment: Christiana Mariana von Ziegler as librettist for Bach
Ahead of the Bach 1725 celebration this spring, marking 300 years since the first performance of Bach’s cantata for Ascension Day, join Professor Henrike Lähnemann as she explores the life, legacy, and contributions of one of Bach’s key collaborators.
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…
Invitation for researchers: One World – Planetary Health Workshop
Date: Wednesday 22nd January, 14.00-15.00Location: Second Floor Lecture Theatre, Radcliffe Humanities (and online via MS…