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Choral spectacular: Mendelssohn’s Elijah

Thrill to the glorious sound of 140 voices and symphony orchestra presenting arguably the mightiest of all choral spectaculars Elijah, presented by the region’s leading, large classical choir, Worcester Festival Choral Society in Worcester Cathedral.

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Let the sound of exciting choruses, emotional arias and dramatic orchestral settings stir the senses as you enjoy an oratorio that is bursting with Old Testament fire and brimstone – bringing the story of the prophet Elijah to life with large-scale musical forces and rousing operatic gusto.

Appearing alongside Worcester Festival Choral Society are stellar soloists and the Meridian Sinfonia orchestra, with Worcester Cathedral’s director of music Samuel Hudson conducting… and the magnificent Worcester Cathedral setting adding the perfect finishing touch.

So come along and experience the live, large-scale magic of this true Choral Great this spring!

Soloists:
SARAH FOX – soprano

JEANETTE AGER – mezzo soprano

DOMINIC LEE – tenor

EDWARD GRINT – bass baritone

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Occurrences
Saturday 21 March 2026, 19:30 - 22:15

Address

Worcester Cathedral
College Yard
Worcester
Worcestershire
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