A Ceremony of Carols
The Choir of Merton College, Oxford, collaborates with ensemble Florilegium and harpist Cecily Beer for an evening of festive British choral music. Conducted by Benjamin Nicholas, the performance celebrates the works of Benjamin Britten and Henry Purcell, featuring Britten's A Ceremony of Carols alongside Purcell's Te Deum and Jubilate in D. Audience members experience live choral and instrumental arrangements inside Smith Square Hall.
What to Expect
Britten and Purcell Christmas choral works performed by Merton College Choir.
Event Details
Duration
2 hours, including interval.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Fans of choral and classical christmas music
Vibe
Festive and refined
Energy Level
Low
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Price bands: Band A (Rows A–N) £35; Band B (Rows O–U) £25; Band C (Rows V–W and Gallery) £15. Concessions are available. Under-30s scheme members can access £8 tickets by signing up for free. An 8% booking fee applies to tickets booked online or by phone; prices on the booking page include the fee. There is no booking fee for tickets bought in person at the box office, in advance or on the door, subject to availability. – Get tickets
- Hours: 7.30pm.
- Parking: On-street pay-and-display and residents’ parking operate in Smith Square; two bays are reserved for disabled badge holders. The venue is in the Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission zones.
- Accessibility: Gallery seats are accessible only via a stone spiral staircase without lift access, while wheelchair spaces can be booked directly with the box office.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets in person at the Box Office, in advance or on the door subject to availability, to avoid the 8% online and phone booking fee.
- Choose allocated Hall seating if you want a reserved place; Gallery seats are unreserved and may have restricted views.
- Avoid Gallery seating if stairs are difficult: access is by stone spiral staircase only, with no lift.
- Book wheelchair or access companion seats directly through the Box Office by email or telephone.
- Check ticket details carefully before paying, since changes may not be possible and refunds are only offered if the concert is cancelled.
Special Events & Promotions
- Concessions are available.
- Under-30s scheme members can access discounted tickets after signing up for free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What music is included in the concert?
The programme includes Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols and other works by Britten, alongside Purcell’s Te Deum and Jubilate in D and other selections.
Who performs the programme?
The Choir of Merton College, Oxford, performs with Florilegium and harpist Cecily Beer, conducted by Benjamin Nicholas.
How long should I allow for the concert?
The performance lasts two hours, including an interval.
What should I know about the seating?
Hall seats are allocated. Gallery seats are unreserved and may have a restricted view.
How can I book wheelchair or access companion seating?
Contact the box office to arrange wheelchair seats or access companion seats. The Gallery is reached by a stone spiral staircase with no lift.
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