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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

1 December @ 7:30 pm

Experience an unforgettable evening of classical music by candlelight in the magnificent surroundings of Sherborne Abbey.

The acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta returns to Sherborne with one of the world’s most celebrated works, Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. Performed by candlelight beneath the Abbey’s soaring arches, this much-loved masterpiece is accompanied by a programme of festive favourites and classical works, creating the perfect start to the Christmas season.

Whether you’re a lifelong classical music enthusiast or simply looking for a special evening out, this promises to be a memorable concert in one of Dorset’s most beautiful settings.

Programme

  • Pachelbel – Canon in D
  • Corelli – Christmas Concerto
  • Elgar – Nimrod from Enigma Variations
  • Tchaikovsky – Sleeping Beauty Waltz
  • Strauss – The Blue Danube
  • Vivaldi – The Four Seasons

About the performers

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta is one of the UK’s leading chamber ensembles, performing more than 200 concerts each year in some of the country’s finest venues. Renowned for its performances of Baroque and Classical repertoire, the ensemble brings together some of Britain’s leading musicians for concerts that are both engaging and accessible.

Tickets

Tuesday 1st December 2026
7.30pm – 9.20pm
Sherborne Abbey

Tickets are available online: Book tickets here

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