Handel: Majesty and Fireworks event image at Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Campus West, University of York
University of York Concert Series 2026

Handel: Majesty and Fireworks

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Campus West, University of York (YO1 8SG)

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Handel – Music for Royal Occasions

Four Coronation Anthems (incl. Zadok the Priest)Tu del ciel ministro elettofromTrionfo del TempoSento il cor che lieto godefromFernando, re di CastigliaOde for the Birthday of Queen AnneSelectionfromMusic for the Royal Fireworks

Following their thrilling collaboration last season on Bach's Mass in B Minor, The 24 again unite with dynamic period ensemble Manchester Baroque – now in its seventh year – for a resplendent all-Handel programme (to be repeated at Hallé St Peter's on 29 May). Joined by a trio of stellar soloists (including from the ranks of I Fagiolini), our forces will revel in the composer at his most regal, including theCoronation Anthemspenned for the 1727 crowning of George II and his magnificentMusic for the Royal Fireworksconceived to accompany celebratory pyrotechnics in London's Green Park marking the end of the War of the Austrian Succession in 1749.

Emily VinesopranoMartha McLorinanmezzo-sopranoFrederick LongbasswithThe 24 &Manchester BaroqueRobert HollingworthconductorPauline Nobesleader,directorofMusic for the Royal Fireworks

Relax and unwind in the charming setting of The Stables at Carlton Vineyard, where Afternoon Tea meets live music in a …

Dates: 17th Apr 26, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Campus West, University of York
Categories: Festivals, Tours & Guides, Entertainment, Family Friendly, Great Outdoors

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