BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Oxford Magazine - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Oxford Magazine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Oxford Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T213000 DTSTAMP:20260624T195544Z CREATED:20260616T175309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T195544Z UID:10012958-1785267000-1785274200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Isata Kanneh-Mason DESCRIPTION:Isata Kanneh-Mason\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Isata Kanneh-Mason \n\n\n\nBeethoven Sonata No. 14 in C sharp minor\, Op. 27 No. 2\, ‘Moonlight’ Ravel Gaspard de la nuit\, M. 55 Dobrinka Tabakova NocturneDobrinka Tabakova Halo Beethoven Sonata No. 21 in C major\, Op. 53\, ‘Waldstein’   \n\n\n\nIsata Kanneh-Mason piano \n\n\n\nA truly exceptional pianist of huge nuance\, expression and communicative abilities returns to this year’s festival with a recital at Merton College Chapel bookended by Beethoven. \n\n\n\nIsata Kanneh-Mason plays the composer’s iconic Moonlight and Waldstein sonatas while also bringing us the striking imagery and technical virtuosity of Ravel’s Gaspard de la nuit. \n\n\n\nAfter that come two works by one of the most imaginative and original composers working today Dobrinka Tabakova\, including another moon-themed work – her luminous depiction of a lunar phenomenon from darkness to shine to settled glow\, Halo. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £12.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/isata-kanneh-mason/ LOCATION:Merton College Chapel\, Merton Street\, Oxford\, OX1 4JD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Isata-Kanneh-Mason.webp GEO:51.7510786;-1.2527687 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Merton College Chapel Merton Street Oxford OX1 4JD United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Merton Street:geo:-1.2527687,51.7510786 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260728T210000 DTSTAMP:20260718T185610Z CREATED:20260718T185004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T185610Z UID:10013035-1785268800-1785272400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Instruments of Time & Truth: Songs for these Distracted Times DESCRIPTION:Instruments of Time & Truth: Songs for these Distracted Times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Instruments of Time & Truth: Songs for these Distracted Times\n\n\n\nCurated by Christopher Bucknall\, this programme turns to music born out of one of England’s most turbulent chapters. In the upheaval of the Civil War\, composers and poets found in song\, for voices and instruments\, a means of reflection\, solace\, and escape. Their music speaks with a remarkable intimacy across the centuries. \n\n\n\nProgramme \n\n\n\nSuite for Violin\, Bass Violin and Organ in A minor – William Lawes \n\n\n\nI Rise and Grieve – Henry Lawes \n\n\n\nSlide Soft you silver floods – Henry Lawes \n\n\n\nA Sad Pavan for these distracted times – Thomas Tomkins \n\n\n\nPavan in C minor – Robert Johnson \n\n\n\nSweet Stay a While – Henry Lawes \n\n\n\nSuite for Bass Viol – Tobias Hume \n\n\n\nVariations on John Come Kiss – Thomas Baltzar \n\n\n\nNo more shall meads be decked with flowers – Nicholas Lanier \n\n\n\nSuite from Cupid and Death – Matthew Locke and Christopher Gibbons \n\n\n\nPerformers \n\n\n\nGwilym Bowen\, tenor \n\n\n\nLiz McCarthy\, violin \n\n\n\nSuzanne Heinrich\, viol \n\n\n\nToby Carr\, lute \n\n\n\nChristopher Bucknall\, organ and harpsichord \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £20.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £10.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 28 July 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/instruments-of-time-truth-songs-for-these-distracted-times/ LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford\, St Aldate’s\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1DP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Instruments-of-Time-Truth-Songs-for-these-Distracted-Times.webp GEO:51.7497417;-1.2567655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ Church Cathedral Oxford St Aldate’s Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1DP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Aldate’s:geo:-1.2567655,51.7497417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T125000 DTSTAMP:20260627T113225Z CREATED:20260616T180459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T113225Z UID:10012946-1785317400-1785329400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Momoro Ono Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Momoro Ono Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Momoro Ono Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/momoro-ono-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Momoro-Ono-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T175000 DTSTAMP:20260624T202640Z CREATED:20260617T163330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T202640Z UID:10012947-1785335400-1785347400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Rustem Hayroudinoff Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Rustem Hayroudinoff Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Rustem Hayroudinoff Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/rustem-hayroudinoff-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Rustem-Hayroudinoff-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T213000 DTSTAMP:20260624T202707Z CREATED:20260617T170834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T202707Z UID:10012935-1785353400-1785360600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Elisabeth Leonskaja DESCRIPTION:Elisabeth Leonskaja\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Elisabeth Leonskaja \n\n\n\nSchubert Sonata No. 9 in B major\, D. 575Schubert 4 Impromptus\, D. 935Schubert Sonata No. 20 in A major\, D. 959 \n\n\n\nElisabeth Leonskaja piano \n\n\n\nSchubert wondered how he could follow in the pianistic footsteps of Beethoven. In the end\, he found a way – following that composer’s terse intensity with a world of lyrical expanse\, mining emotional complexity through technical simplicity. \n\n\n\nAn icon among pianists\, Elisabeth Leonskaja\, comes to the festival to traverse Schubert’s world from the dreamy but turbulent B major sonata to the abysmal melancholy of his penultimate work in the form and the peak of the composer’s vision of the Impromptu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday 29 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/elisabeth-leonskaja/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Elisabeth-Leonskaja.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T125000 DTSTAMP:20260627T113037Z CREATED:20260617T170639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T113037Z UID:10012948-1785403800-1785415800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Elisabeth Leonskaja Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Elisabeth Leonskaja\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Elisabeth Leonskaja Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/elisabeth-leonskaja-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Elisabeth-Leonskaja.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T175000 DTSTAMP:20260624T202529Z CREATED:20260618T054804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T202529Z UID:10012949-1785421800-1785433800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Ian Jones Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Ian Jones Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Ian Jones Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/ian-jones-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Ian-Jones-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260730T213000 DTSTAMP:20260626T190300Z CREATED:20260618T061110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T190300Z UID:10012936-1785439800-1785447000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Grieg Piano Concerto DESCRIPTION:Grieg Piano Concerto \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Grieg Piano Concerto \n\n\n\nGrieg Piano Concerto in A minor\, Op. 16Rachmaninov Symphony No. 2 in E minor\, Op. 27 \n\n\n\nTheodosia Ntokou pianoMarios Papadopoulos conductor \n\n\n\nThe festival is thrilled to present one of the most exciting emerging instrumental talents\, Greek pianist Theodosia Ntokou\, who has counted Martha Argerich as her mentor since 2009. \n\n\n\nTheodosia joins the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra for all the fresh air\, spontaneity and adventure of one of the central piano concertos of the literature\, that by Edvard Grieg – followed here by Rachmaninov’s symphony of infernal whirlwinds\, passionate declarations of love and heartfelt longing for peace. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £15.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nThursday 30 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Sheldonian Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nHome to ceremonial occasions and a raft of exciting events\, the magnificent and versatile Sheldonian Theatre is the focal point of the University of Oxford and is a unique space to experience live music. \n\n\n\nTo see an interactive map of the theatre\, click here. \n\n\n\nFind out more about the Sheldonian Theatre\, including facilities\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/grieg-piano-concerto/ LOCATION:Sheldonian Theatre\, Broad Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3AZ CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Grieg-Piano-Concerto.webp GEO:51.7545274;-1.2555493 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheldonian Theatre Broad Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3AZ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broad Street:geo:-1.2555493,51.7545274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T125000 DTSTAMP:20260805T012514Z CREATED:20260618T091100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T012514Z UID:10012950-1785490200-1785502200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 1 DESCRIPTION:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 1\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 1 \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/marios-papadopoulos-masterclass-1/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Marios-Papadopoulos-Masterclass-1.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T175000 DTSTAMP:20260805T012529Z CREATED:20260618T091752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T012529Z UID:10012951-1785508200-1785520200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 2 DESCRIPTION:Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Marios Papadopoulos Masterclass 2 \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/marios-papadopoulos-masterclass-2/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Marios-Papadopoulos-Masterclass-1.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T213000 DTSTAMP:20260805T012705Z CREATED:20260618T064248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T012705Z UID:10012957-1785526200-1785533400@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Richard Goode DESCRIPTION:Richard Goode\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Richard Goode \n\n\n\nBeethoven Sonata No. 27 in E minor\, Op. 90Schoenberg 6 kleine Klavierstücke\, Op. 19Brahms 6 Klavierstücke\, Op. 118Schumann Davidsbündlertänze\, Op. 6 \n\n\n\nRichard Goode piano \n\n\n\nA programme that fascinates on every level from pianist’s pianist\, Richard Goode. Each work on the menu teases and entrances in its own way – from the elusive conflicts of Beethoven’s sonata to the dualities of the vibrant young Schumann finding his place in the musical universe. \n\n\n\nIn between come two extraordinary statements in sets of six – Schoenberg’s delving into the world of serialism on the brink of the First World War in his aphoristic Six Short Pieces and the strange and beautiful world of Brahms’s emotionally rich Op. 118. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £12.00 \n\n\n\nStudents from £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/richard-goode/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Richard-Goode.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T194500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260731T194500 DTSTAMP:20260619T064159Z CREATED:20260618T131005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T064159Z UID:10012754-1785527100-1785527100@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Suzanne Vega DESCRIPTION:Suzanne Vega\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Suzanne Vega \n\n\n\nSuzanne Vega will perform a career-spanning show including favorites like ‘Tom’s Diner’\, ‘Luka’\, ‘Marlene On The Wall’\, and many more\, plus songs from her latest album\, Flying with Angels\, which was released in May 2025 to critical acclaim. \n\n\n\nShe will be joined on stage by her longtime guitarist\, Gerry Leonard (of David Bowie fame)\, and cellist Stephanie Winters. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Suzanne Vega\n\n\n\nWidely regarded as one of the foremost songwriters of her generation\, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk revival of the early 1980s. Accompanying herself on acoustic guitar\, Vega sang what has been called contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs. \n\n\n\nSince the release of her self-titled\, critically acclaimed 1985 debut album\, she has given sold-out concerts in many of the world’s best-known venues. \n\n\n\nKnown for performances that convey deep emotion\, Vega’s distinctive\, “clear\, unwavering voice” (Rolling Stone) has been described as “a cool\, dry sandpaper-brushed near-whisper” by The Washington Post\, with NPR Music noting that she “has been making vital\, inventive music” throughout the course of her decades-long career. \n\n\n\nBearing the stamp of a masterful storyteller who “observes the world with a clinically poetic eye” (The New York Times)\, Vega’s songs have tended to focus on city life\, ordinary people and real-world subjects. \n\n\n\nNotably succinct and understated\, her work is immediately recognizable—as utterly distinct and thoughtful as it was when her voice was first heard on the radio over 40 years ago. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the trailer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat the Critics Say\n\n\n\n\n“Vega remains relevant and never afraid to challenge her audiences\, whether that’s musically or politically. A genius undimmed.” \n\n\n\nMorning Star \n\n\n\n\n\n“A gifted storyteller\, as much as a songwriter\, she holds the audience in the palm of her hand with ease.” \n\n\n\nThe Edinburgh Reporter \n\n\n\n\n\n“Four decades after her new-waif debut\, Suzanne Vega retains her knack for lucid reflections and crisp music to match… Her voice remains both knowing and observant.” \n\n\n\nRolling Stone \n\n\n\n\n\n“Infused with a vibrancy and political urgency that is very ‘now’.” \n\n\n\nMOJO \n\n\n\n\n\n“Finds humility and grace amid the ‘permanent emergency’ of the present.” \n\n\n\nUNCUT Magazine \n\n\n\n\n\n“Vega proves she deserves a place with greats like Reed\, Dylan and Cohen.” \n\n\n\nThe Scotsman \n\n\n\n\n\n“Forty years on\, Suzanne Vega still weaves magic…she has lost nothing over the years—if anything\, her music has matured beautifully.” \n\n\n\nAll Music Magazine UK \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£43.77 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a transaction fee \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nFriday 31 July 2026 at 7.45pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\nThis show has an interval \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nMain Auditorium \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nThis is a seated venue. No Under 8’s will be allowed into the venue for this performance. There is a maximum of 6 tickets per household. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nAylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene. \n\n\n\nOpened in 2010\, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills\, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London. \n\n\n\nDesigned for comfort and accessibility\, the venue features step-free access\, wheelchair spaces\, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical\, stand-up comedy\, or a magical Christmas pantomime\, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/suzanne-vega/ LOCATION:Aylesbury Waterside Theatre\, Exchange Street\, Aylesbury\, Buckinghamshire\, HP20 1UG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Suzanne-Vega-01.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP20 1UG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Exchange Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T125000 DTSTAMP:20260805T012741Z CREATED:20260618T163956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T012741Z UID:10012952-1785576600-1785588600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Vanessa Latarche Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Vanessa Latarche Masterclass \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Vanessa Latarche Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 01 August 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/vanessa-latarche-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Vanessa-Latarche-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T175000 DTSTAMP:20260805T012754Z CREATED:20260619T063113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T012754Z UID:10012953-1785594600-1785606600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Richard Goode Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Richard Goode\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Richard Goode Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 01 August 2026 at 2.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/richard-goode-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Richard-Goode.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T213000 DTSTAMP:20260805T012830Z CREATED:20260619T064958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T012830Z UID:10012954-1785612600-1785619800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Piano Festival Participants’ Recital DESCRIPTION:Oxford Piano Festival Participants’ Recital \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Piano Festival Participants’ Recital \n\n\n\nThe Festival’s participants take to the stage with fresh guidance from the world’s most esteemed pianists echoing in their ears. \n\n\n\nBe the first to hear the rising stars of the piano world in this showcase of their outstanding talent. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.00 \n\n\n\nStudents £5.00 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 01 August 2026 at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-piano-festival-participants-recital/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Piano-Festival-Participants-Recital.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T125000 DTSTAMP:20260805T013152Z CREATED:20260619T064226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T013152Z UID:10012955-1785663000-1785675000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Arie Vardi Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Arie Vardi Masterclass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Arie Vardi Masterclass \n\n\n\nThe remarkably talented participants of the Oxford Piano Festival receive masterclasses from some of the world’s leading authorities on piano. \n\n\n\nThe repertoire list for the masterclasses will be available to view from 17 July 2026 on the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£12.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 02 August 2026 at 9.30am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n3 hours 20 minutes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\n\n\n\nThe Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra is one of the UK’s leading orchestras\, recognised for its artistic excellence\, international reach\, and strong educational mission. Established in 1998 (formerly Oxford Philomusica)\, the Orchestra occupies a distinctive place in the UK orchestral landscape\, combining academic roots in Oxford with an outward-facing international performance profile. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra\, including upcoming performances and events. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/arie-vardi-masterclass/ LOCATION:JdP Music Building\, St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place\, Oxford\, OX4 1DY CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Arie-Vardi-Masterclass.webp GEO:51.748581;-1.245545 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=JdP Music Building St Hilda's College Cowley Place Oxford OX4 1DY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Hilda's College\, Cowley Place:geo:-1.245545,51.748581 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T120000 DTSTAMP:20260805T013207Z CREATED:20260718T192728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T013207Z UID:10013036-1785668400-1785672000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Huw Watkins\, Ben Baker\, Emma Wernig & Tim Posner DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Huw Watkins\, Ben Baker\, Emma Wernig & Tim Posner\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Huw Watkins\, Ben Baker\, Emma Wernig & Tim Posner\n\n\n\nWatkins: String Trio no 2 \n\n\n\nBrahms: Piano Quartet no 3 in C minor\, op 60 \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in the 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nAges 11 to 17 – £8.50 \n\n\n\nFull Time Student (ID req) – £8.50 \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 02 August 2026 at 11.15am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n60 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-huw-watkins-ben-baker-emma-wernig-tim-posner/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-Huw-Watkins-Ben-Baker-Emma-Wernig-Tim-Posner.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T121500 DTSTAMP:20260805T013455Z CREATED:20260718T195932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T013455Z UID:10013037-1786274100-1786277700@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Kleio String Quartet DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Kleio String Quartet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Kleio String Quartet\n\n\n\nSchubert: String Quintet in C major\, op 163\, D 956 \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in the 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nAges 11 to 17 – £8.50 \n\n\n\nFull Time Student (ID req) – £8.50 \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 09 August 2026 at 11.15am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n60 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-kleio-string-quartet/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-Kleio-String-Quartet.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260809T220000 DTSTAMP:20260805T013535Z CREATED:20260720T173229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T013535Z UID:10013038-1786305600-1786312800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:From Schubert To Gershwin DESCRIPTION:From Schubert To Gershwin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout From Schubert To Gershwin\n\n\n\nSchubert: Marche Militaire no.1 in D major \n\n\n\nFauré: Dolly Suite \n\n\n\nGibbons: From Piano Suite: Musette & Tarantella \n\n\n\nDebussy: Petite Suite \n\n\n\nSchumann: Piano Quintet Op.44 (arranged piano 4 hands Clara Schumann) \n\n\n\nJ.S. Bach: Schafe können sicher weiden (Sheep may safely graze) (arranged piano 4 hands Mary Howe) \n\n\n\nGershwin: Girl Crazy Overture (arranged piano 4 hands Jack Gibbons) – world premiere \n\n\n\nThe acclaimed pianist and composer Jack Gibbons is joined by award-winning pianist Sarah Beth Briggs for an evening of much loved piano duets including Fauré’s Dolly Suite\, Debussy’s Petite Suite\, Schumann’s masterly Piano Quintet Op.44 in a rarely performed piano duet transcription by Clara Schumann\, and the world premiere of a new transcription for piano duet by Gibbons of Gershwin’s dazzling Girl Crazy Overture (featuring the classic songs I Got Rhythm and Embraceable You). \n\n\n\nThe youngest-ever finalist in the BBC Young Musician at 11\, Sarah Beth Briggs went on to win the prestigious International Mozart Competition in Salzburg at just 15\, and has since played with leading orchestras around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“An artist of extraordinary magnetism.”  \n\n\n\nMichael Kennedy on Sarah Beth Briggs\, Daily Telegraph \n\n\n\n\n\n“High-spirited and historically informed.”  \n\n\n\nPaul Griffiths on Jack Gibbons\, The New Yorker \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£23.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 09 August 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.15pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/from-schubert-to-gershwin/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/An-Evening-of-Chopin-Life-Times-I.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260811T210000 DTSTAMP:20260728T110631Z CREATED:20260720T175510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T110631Z UID:10013039-1786478400-1786482000@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Instruments of Time & Truth: Ayres of the Night DESCRIPTION:Instruments of Time & Truth: Ayres of the Night\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Instruments of Time & Truth: Ayres of the Night\n\n\n\nInstruments of Time and Truth recreate musical evenings in Oxford\, London and Lübeck with acclaimed mezzo-soprano Martha McLorinan. \n\n\n\nExperience songs of solace and radiant sonatas by Purcell\, Bach and Buxtehude as the night draws in. \n\n\n\nPerformers \n\n\n\nMartha McLorinan\, mezzo-soprano \n\n\n\nRachel Byrt\, viola and violin \n\n\n\nSusanne Heinrich\, viola da gamba \n\n\n\nSilas Wollston\, harpsichord and organ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £20.00 \n\n\n\nConcessions (Student\, disability\, benefits\, under 16) – £10.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nTuesday 11 August 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.30pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/instruments-of-time-truth-ayres-of-the-night/ LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, Oxford\, St Aldate’s\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 1DP CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Instruments-of-Time-Truth-Ayres-of-the-Night.webp GEO:51.7497417;-1.2567655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ Church Cathedral Oxford St Aldate’s Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 1DP;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St Aldate’s:geo:-1.2567655,51.7497417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260813T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T235959 DTSTAMP:20260531T145747Z CREATED:20220810T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T145747Z UID:10004442-1786579200-1786838399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Fairport Cropredy Convention 2026 DESCRIPTION:Fairport Cropredy Convention\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Fairport Cropredy Convention 2026\n\n\n\nFairport Cropredy Convention 2026 will be staged over the weekend of 13 to 15 August 2026. The annual festival of folk and rock music\, headed by British folk-rock band Fairport Convention is held on the edge of the village of Cropredy near Banbury in Oxfordshire. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 festival lineup\n\n\n\nThursday \n\n\n\n\nFairport Acoustic – 4.00pm\n\n\n\nBanter – 4.35pm\n\n\n\nSoft Machine – 6.00pm\n\n\n\nMatt Bragg – 7.10pm\n\n\n\nTurin Brakes – 7.55pm\n\n\n\nLe Vent Du Nord – 9.40pm\n\n\n\n\nFriday \n\n\n\n\nCropredy Primary School Folk Class – 12.00pm\n\n\n\nDanny & The Champions of The World – 12.45pm\n\n\n\nDanny Bradley – 2.10pm\n\n\n\nThe Celtic Social Club – 3.40pm\n\n\n\nMarshall Gilmour Webbs – 5.15pm\n\n\n\nBreabach – 6.55pm\n\n\n\nSpooky Men’s Chorale – 8.40pm\n\n\n\nRichard Thompson with Zara Phillips (plus S Nicol\, D Mattacks & D Pegg) – 10.30pm\n\n\n\n\nSaturday \n\n\n\n\nGerry Colvin Big Band – 12.00pm\n\n\n\nRob Jones & The Restless Dream – 1.20pm\n\n\n\nThe Haar – 2:.55pm\n\n\n\nBarbara – 4.35pm\n\n\n\nHayseed Dixie – 6.10pm\n\n\n\nWill Pound & Jenn Butterworth – 7.55pm\n\n\n\nFairport Convention & Friends – 9.30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Fairport Cropredy Convention 2026 Lineup Poster\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\n\nAdult 3-day tickets only – £240.00\n\n\n\nTeens (12 to 17 inc) 3-day tickets only – £95.00\n\n\n\n3-day camping – £65.00 per vehicle for the weekend\n\n\n\n3-day parking – £15.00 per vehicle for the weekend\n\n\n\nBackpackers and Bikers camp for free.\n\n\n\nChildren under 12 years of age may attend free of charge if accompanied by a ticket holding adult.\n\n\n\n\nTickets issued will be e-tickets unless ordered over the phone or by post to the festival office. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistory\n\n\n\nDuring the 1970s\, Daves Pegg and Swarbrick lived in the village of Cropredy. In 1979 Fairport decided to call it a day and\, having opened up for Led Zeppelin at Knebworth in the early afternoon\, tore across the country in their van to do an outdoor Farewell concert at Peewit Farm on Station Road in Cropredy. \n\n\n\nA year later\, they decided to reconvene with some friends for what would become their annual reunion. Although they had performed in Cropredy before\, 1980 is the year Fairport recognise as the first Cropredy Festival. The festival has continued (on various sites\, including Broughton Castle) up to the present day\, increasing in size from a couple of thousand to its current capacity of 20\,000. \n\n\n\nCropredy is a music festival – it could never be pigeon-holed as a folk festival. Along with the finest in folk and folk-rock – Lindisfarne\, Julie Fowlis\, Steeleye Span\, Ralph McTell\, Cara Dillon – the Cropredy audience has witnessed the likes of Alice Cooper\, Robert Plant\, Status Quo\, Steve Winwood and Buzzcocks. Basically\, whatever music Fairport like is what ends up on the bill. \n\n\n\nAnd\, bucking current trends\, the Cropredy Festival has always stuck to the one-stage idea. The advantage to the customer is that they won’t miss anyone. The advantage to the performer is that no matter how far down the bill they are\, they are guaranteed to be performing in front of at least 10k people. Beats being stuck in an ‘Unsigned’ tent in some remote corner of a forgotten field for sure. \n\n\n\nThe Cropredy ‘Fringe’ – entertainment provided by the two pubs in the village – act as satellite stages. Indeed\, many of the acts that have appeared at the festival have performed at The Brasenose Arms and The Red Lion on their way. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/fairport-cropredy-convention/ LOCATION:Cropredy Village\, Cropredy Village\, Banbury\, Oxfordshire CATEGORIES:Concerts,Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/fairport-cropredy-convention-1600x900-1.webp GEO:52.1157185;-1.31907 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cropredy Village Cropredy Village Banbury Oxfordshire;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Cropredy Village:geo:-1.31907,52.1157185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260816T121500 DTSTAMP:20260728T104802Z CREATED:20260720T184155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T104802Z UID:10013040-1786878900-1786882500@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Fiona Cross DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Fiona Cross\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Fiona Cross\n\n\n\nJenny Sacha – violin \n\n\n\nChris Windass – violin \n\n\n\nRose Redgrave – viola \n\n\n\nJane Fenton – cello \n\n\n\nMozart Clarinet Quintet \n\n\n\n• Mozart: Clarinet Quintet in A major\, K 581 \n\n\n\n• Beethoven: String Quartet no 1 in F major\, op 18 no 1 \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in the 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nAges 11 to 17 – £8.50 \n\n\n\nFull Time Student (ID req) – £8.50 \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 16 August 2026 at 11.15am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-adderbury-ensemble-with-fiona-cross/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-Adderbury-Ensemble-with-Fiona-Cross.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260821T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T235959 DTSTAMP:20260531T145759Z CREATED:20230816T090000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T145759Z UID:10004445-1787270400-1787529599@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Rewind Festival South 2026 DESCRIPTION:Rewind Festival South at Temple Island Meadows\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Rewind Festival South 2026\n\n\n\nRewind Festival South is the biggest 80’s music festival in the world. It is a spectacular event\, packed full of fun\, laughter\, great (and terrible!) costumes and friends.  \n\n\n\nThe Rewind Festival South 2026 will take place from Friday\, 21 to Sunday\, 23 August 2026\, at Temple Island Meadows\, in Henley-on-Thames. All your favourite 80s icons will be there\, so get your tickets now and join the biggest party of the summer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRewind Festival South 2025 lineup\n\n\n\n2026 lineup TBC \n\n\n\nRewind Festival South 2025 lineup will be announced in January 2025! In the meantime\, here’s a flavour of what to expect from previous events. \n\n\n\nSaturday’s headline is Andy Bell\, the English singer-songwriter and lead singer of the synth-pop duo Erasure. The Brit Award winners are popular within the LGBT community\, for whom the openly gay Bell has become an icon. \n\n\n\nOther act playing on Saturday include UB40\, ABC\, Nik Kershaw\, Mick heyward\, DJ Martin Kemp\, and The Undertones. \n\n\n\nThe headline for Sunday is Squeeze\, an English rock band that came to prominence in the United Kingdom during the new wave period of the late 1970s with singles “Cool for Cats”\, “Up the Junction”\, and “Labelled with Love”\, making it into the top-ten chart. \n\n\n\nAlso taking to the stage on Sunday are Tony Hadley\, Marc Almond\, Go West\, Heaven 17\, Big Country\, Toyah and China Crisis. \n\n\n\nExpect Barrioke\, Pat Sharp and The Doctor in The Pink Flamingo Club\, camping\, glamping\, funfairs\, fireworks\, street food\, entretainers\, bars\, silent disco\, inflatable church\, kids zone\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRewind Festival South 2025 Poster\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRewind Festival South venues\n\n\n\nYou’ll never get bored at Rewind. With multiple venues\, ranging from the legendary silent disco – to the pop-up pubs with live sing-a-longs\, there really is something for everyone. \n\n\n\nMain stageThe Main Stage is where the biggest and best 80s music magic happens! Many musical icons and legends have graced the Main Stage over the years\, creating unforgettable memories for festival-goers. \n\n\n\nThe Pink Flamingo ClubThe Pink Flamingo Club is a fun-packed mega-club under a massive big top tent. Included in the festival ticket price\, you can expect the evening’s entertainment to feature live performances\, special guests\, a bespoke stage set\, 80s-inspired decor\, special effects and\, of course\, a full bar… so you can continue the party into the night. \n\n\n\nThe Silent DiscoThe Silent Disco is the place to get down. Located in the same big top as the Electro Picture Lounge\, party into the night with your friends\, soundtracked by 2 DJs battling to have their tracks heard most. Switch between playlists to listen to your favourite 80s tracks. \n\n\n\nThe Inflatable ChurchThe Inflatable Church is where anything and everything can happen. Think blaring tunes\, fancy dress and much more. The big Church of rubbery love will once again be rockin’ 80s vibes for a wicked congregation. \n\n\n\nThe Riverside StageUnique to Rewind South is the Riverside Stage\, situated along the beautiful bank of the River Thames\, where you can enjoy listening to a range of talented musicians across the weekend. Grab yourself a pint\, take in the views and show off your moves. \n\n\n\nThe Electro Picture LoungeOpen Saturday and Sunday\, the Electro Picture Lounge is located in the same big top tent as the Silent Disco. This is a place where you can chill out during the day\, nursing your head from the night before watching classic 80s music videos\, documentaries and classic 80s film footage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRewind Festival South food & drink\n\n\n\nForget any preconceptions you had about festival food! At Rewind\, there is a wide variety of food and drink to ensure everyone’s taste is catered for. \n\n\n\nCocktails & DreamsEnjoy a variety of festival-themed cocktails at the charming Cocktails & Dreams bar exclusive to Rewind South. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRewind Festival South festival extras\n\n\n\nVIP \n\n\n\nTurn a great weekend into an even better one\, and be treated to a little bit of luxury. The VIP is the perfect way to experience Rewind Festival with some amazing extras for your weekend\, such as: \n\n\n\n\nA private bar area\n\n\n\nBoutique food offerings\n\n\n\nSeating areas with picnic benches\, sofas and bean bags\n\n\n\nSpacious areas with views of the main stage\n\n\n\nLuxury loos\n\n\n\nFree face painting and glitter\n\n\n\nFree festival lanyard\n\n\n\n\nBoutique campingPink Moon will be there to cover all your Boutique Camping needs. Their three-tiered structure ensures you can enjoy all the Pink Moon Village has to offer\, no matter what your budget may be. With luxury toilets and showers\, pamper stations\, round-the-clock security and more\, the Pink Moon Village is how to enjoy your Rewind in style. \n\n\n\nCampervans and caravansCampervan and caravan pitches are available to those who have purchased weekend camping tickets. You can also purchase a power Hook Up for both your Campervan and Caravan. \n\n\n\nLuxury toiletsWhen Nature Calls are back for Rewind South! Each toilet will be cleaned after every single use. Each cubicle includes a sink with hot running water\, mirrors and paper hand towels\, along with hair washing facilities\, GHD hair straighteners\, professional hairdryers and makeup benches. \n\n\n\nMooringsThe Moorings on the beautiful banks of the Thames is the most unique way to enjoy a weekend at Rewind. If you don’t have your own boat\, you can still arrive in style by taking a River Taxi ride down the Thames to the entrance gates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices: \n\n\n\n\n\nTicket types: \n\n\n\nWeekend Camping Tickets give you access to the Festival Arena and Campsite for 3 nights (Friday to Sunday inclusive). This ticket type is required for Campervans\, Caravans & Boutique Camping. \n\n\n\nWeekend Tickets give you access to the Festival Arena only for 3 days (Friday to Sunday inclusive). You cannot purchase a Campervan pass\, Caravan pass or Boutique camping with this ticket type. \n\n\n\nSaturday Tickets give you access to the Festival Arena only\, on Saturday only. You cannot purchase a Campervan Pass or Boutique camping with this ticket. \n\n\n\nSunday Tickets give you access to the Festival Arena only\, on Sunday only. You cannot purchase a Campervan Pass or Boutique camping with this ticket. \n\n\n\nPayment options: \n\n\n\nThere is a ‘Pay Outright’ option that enables customers to pay for their tickets straight away and know that Rewind is in the bag and a ‘Pre-Payment Plan’ option allows you to spread payments over time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRunning times\n\n\n\nThe full running order will be available in our programmes when you arrive on the festival site. \n\n\n\nFriday:12.00pm – Car parks open12.00pm – Box office opens2.00pm – Campsite entrance opens6.00pm – Arena & day/weekend entrance opens \n\n\n\nSaturday and Sunday:9.00am – Car parks open9.00am – Campsite entrance opens11.00am – Box office opens12.00pm – Arena & day/weekend entrance opens \n\n\n\nMonday:12.00pm – Campsite closes2.00pm – Car parks close \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/rewind-festival-south/ LOCATION:Temple Island Meadows\, Henley-on-Thames\, Remenham\, Henley-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, RG9 3DB CATEGORIES:Concerts,Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Rewind-Festival-South-2025.webp GEO:51.54997;-0.8915046 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Temple Island Meadows Henley-on-Thames Remenham Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 3DB;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Remenham:geo:-0.8915046,51.54997 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T121500 DTSTAMP:20260724T075845Z CREATED:20260720T192207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T075845Z UID:10013041-1787483700-1787487300@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: London Serenata DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: London Serenata\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: London Serenata\n\n\n\nFlute Julian Sperry \n\n\n\nOboe Alun Darbyshire \n\n\n\nClarinet Peter Sparks \n\n\n\nBassoon Philip Gibbon \n\n\n\nHorn Caroline O’Connell \n\n\n\nPiano Iain Farringdon \n\n\n\n• Poulenc: Trio for Oboe\, Bassoon and Piano\, FP 43 \n\n\n\n• Emmanuel: Sonata for Clarinet\, Flute and Piano\, op 11 \n\n\n\n• Boulanger\, Lili: D’un Matin de printemps (arr Iain Farrington) \n\n\n\n• Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (arr Iain Farrington) \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in the 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nAges 11 to 17 – £8.50 \n\n\n\nFull Time Student (ID req) – £8.50 \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 23 August 2026 at 11.15am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-london-serenata/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-London-Serenata.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T220000 DTSTAMP:20260729T160727Z CREATED:20260729T160722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T160727Z UID:10013054-1787774400-1787781600@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:An Evening of Chopin: Life and Times II DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Chopin Life & Times I\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout An Evening of Chopin: Life and Times II\n\n\n\nChopin: Scherzo no.3 Op.39 \n\n\n\nChopin: Barcarolle Op.60 \n\n\n\nChopin: Polonaise in A flat\, Op.53 \n\n\n\nChopin: Berceuse\, Op.57 \n\n\n\nChopin: Prelude in D flat\, Op.28 no.15 \n\n\n\nChopin: Two Waltzes Op.64 nos.1 & 2 \n\n\n\nChopin: Impromptu no.2 Op.36 \n\n\n\nChopin: Tarantelle Op.43 \n\n\n\nChopin: Grande Valse Brillante Op.18 \n\n\n\nChopin Nocturne in F minor Op.55 no.1 \n\n\n\nChopin: Mazurka in B flat Op.7 no.1 \n\n\n\nChopin: Mazurka in C sharp minor Op.63 no.3 \n\n\n\nFor the penultimate concert of his 2026 Oxford Summer Piano Series\, now in its 38th year\, award-winning pianist Jack Gibbons presents the second of two concerts tracing the extraordinary life and music of Frédéric Chopin. \n\n\n\nGibbons’ programme will include music composed by Chopin at the monastery in Majorca\, and played by the composer in his final concerts in Paris and England and Scotland. Music to include Scherzo no.3\, ‘Heroic’ Polonaise Op.53\, Barcarolle\, Berceuse\, Tarantelle\, plus a selection of impromptus\, mazurkas\, preludes and waltzes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Gibbons’ playing is constantly vibrant and alive\, and communicates a physical joy in his instrument one rarely experiences today.” \n\n\n\nClassical Net \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£23.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nWednesday August 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.15pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/an-evening-of-chopin-life-and-times-ii/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/An-Evening-of-Chopin-Life-Times-I.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260827T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T235959 DTSTAMP:20260531T145812Z CREATED:20251206T025807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T145812Z UID:10009888-1787788800-1788134399@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Reading Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:Richfield Avenue\n\n\n\nReading RG1 8EQ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Reading Festival 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Reading Festival 2026\n\n\n\nPepsi MAX Presents Reading & Leeds Festival 2026 are twin music festivals taking place simultaneously over the same UK bank holiday weekend in August 2026. \n\n\n\nAlong with a huge selection of artists and live music spanning genres across rock\, pop\, hip hop\, grime\, dance and indie\, fans can also look forward to comedy\, arts\, cinema\, silent discos and funfairs for a fun-filled line-up of programming to enjoy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeadliners and lineup\n\n\n\nAs always\, Expect world-class acts and breakthrough artists to headline the Main Stage and BBC Introducing\, including: \n\n\n\nFontaines D.C. / Charli xcx / Skepta / Josh Baker / Skye Newman / GeeseKeo / RAYE / Dave / sombr / JADE / ADÉLA / Chase and Status / Florence + The Machine / ROLE MODEL / Kneecap / Kettama \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Reading Festival 2026 Poster\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nCamping: \n\n\n\n\nWeekend Camping – 1 payment of £325.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\nWeekend + Early Entry Camping – 1 payment of £361.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\n\nNon camping: \n\n\n\n\nWeekend Non-Camping – 1 payment of £295.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\nFriday and Saturday Non-Camping – 1 payment of £230.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\nSaturday and Sunday Non-Camping – 1 payment of £230.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\nFriday only – 1 payment of £140.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\nSaturday only – 1 payment of £125.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\nSunday only – 1 payment of £125.00\, 1 Deposit of £20.00 plus 7 instalments\n\n\n\n\nDates and times: \n\n\n\nThursday 27 to Sunday 30 August 2026 \n\n\n\nCampsites: \n\n\n\n\nWeekend + Early Entry Ticket holders: Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 6.00pm\n\n\n\nWeekend Ticket holders: Thursday 27 August 2026 at 8.00am\n\n\n\nCampsite is open 24 Hours\, individuals can arrive at any time after the above\n\n\n\nCampsite closes at midday Monday 31 August 2026.\n\n\n\n\nIf you are leaving and returning after 8.00pm on Sunday evening\, don’t forget to get your hand stamped on your way out to be able to return later on. \n\n\n\nArena: \n\n\n\n\nFriday 28 to Sunday 30 August 2026\n\n\n\nOpening time: 11.00am\n\n\n\nWith a day ticket\, once you leave you cannot re-enter the arena.\n\n\n\nWith a weekend ticket\, you can leave and re-enter the arena and campsites.\n\n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\nAll under 16s must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder aged 18 or over who must remain on site throughout the weekend as the under 16-year-old’s guardian. No unaccompanied under 16s are allowed on site. Under 13s (12 years and under) are admitted free but must be accompanied by a paying ticket-holder aged 18 or over at all times. ID may be required upon entry to the event. \n\n\n\nGood to know\n\n\n\nGetting there:Reading Festival is easily accessible via public transport\, with shuttle buses running from Reading train station to the festival site. Parking passes are also available for those driving. \n\n\n\nFestival village:Explore food stalls\, art installations\, and merch stands. \n\n\n\nCamping options:Various camping passes for an immersive weekend experience. Weekend Early Entry Ticket holders can access the campsites from Wednesday 26 August. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/reading-festival/ LOCATION:Oxfordshire CATEGORIES:Concerts,Festivals & Fairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Reading-Festival-2026.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T235959 DTSTAMP:20260728T113451Z CREATED:20260521T054207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T113451Z UID:10012576-1787961600-1788047999@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Nick Cope's Family Show DESCRIPTION:Nick Cope’s Family Show\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Nick Cope’s Family Show \n\n\n\nCome and join Nick Cope for a brand new\, delightful family concert\, featuring all your favourite hits and more! \n\n\n\nNick has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years\, he performs with his guitar and stunning animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. \n\n\n\nHis fanatical following of little and not so little fans has grown immeasurably over the last couple of years due to the phenomenal success of the CBeebies show Nick Cope’s Popcast. \n\n\n\nNick has a magical way of reaching into people’s hearts\, igniting children’s imagination in an organic\, unpatronizing\, educational and fun way. With his charming songs and humour he engages\, entertains\, and enthrals all generations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Charming musical fun for children and parents alike from a musician with real song writing pedigree.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nRadio Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“Nick Cope continues to set the highest standard for live children’s performance\, accessible\, inventive\, and genuinely enjoyable for all ages.” ★★★★★ \n\n\n\nBroadway World UK 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n“…the Poptimistic Pied Piper\, of discerningly musical toddlers.”  \n\n\n\nThe Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£10.50 to £21.00   \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 29 August 2026 at 11.00am and 3.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour\, without an interval \n\n\n\nAge guidance: \n\n\n\n3+ \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nFree lap tickets are available for babies under 18 months. \n\n\n\nPlease book online or via the Box Office. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Playhouse\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse and its Burton Taylor Studio present and produce several live performances and feature a rich array of British and international dramas\, family entertainment\, contemporary dance and music\, student and amateur shows\, comedy\, lectures and poetry. \n\n\n\nThe Playhouse not only produces and tours its own theatrical productions\, but it also fosters creativity through its Artists in Residence program and the Playhouse Plays Out series\, which brings unique events to various locations across the county. \n\n\n\nThe theatre’s Participation Team engages over 15\,000 individuals annually\, offering an extensive range of activities\, including post-show discussions\, workshops\, work experience opportunities\, holiday programs\, a youth theatre\, and a company for young performers. \n\n\n\nOxford Playhouse stands dedicated to its mission of being a Playhouse for all\, striving to ignite inspiration and bring about transformative experiences through its commitment to creativity on its stages\, within its community and online. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about Oxford Playhouse\, including travel\, access and venue information. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/nick-copes-family-show/ LOCATION:Oxford Playhouse\, Beaumont Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2LW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Nick-Copes-Family-Show.webp GEO:51.7550368;-1.2605435 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oxford Playhouse Beaumont Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2LW United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beaumont Street:geo:-1.2605435,51.7550368 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T193000 DTSTAMP:20260728T113057Z CREATED:20260503T142850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T113057Z UID:10006098-1788031800-1788031800@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Michael Ball DESCRIPTION:Michael Ball\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Michael Ball\n\n\n\nMichael Ball is Britain’s leading musical theatre star\, a double Olivier Award-winning\, Grammy nominated\, multi-platinum recording artist and a hugely popular radio and TV presenter. \n\n\n\nMichael has been at the top of his game for over 40 years\, starring in musical theatre productions in the West End and on Broadway\, winning critical acclaim\, a devoted following and awards for his stage work and recording career. \n\n\n\nMichael will be hitting the road in 2026 with his Glow UK headline tour\, coinciding with the release of his brand new solo album\, Glow\, to be released early 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore about Michael Ball\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Michael Ball\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael has a successful radio broadcasting career\, which includes his show\, The Michael Ball Show\, on BBC Radio 2 on Sundays. He is also a popular TV presenter – he has hosted The Michael Ball Show on ITV1\, his first TV travelogue\, Wonderful Wales on Channel 5 and most recently an Easter Sunday special for the BBC. \n\n\n\nHe regularly tours the UK as a concert artist and has sold millions of albums over the last 30 years; he’s performed in Australia\, China\, USA\, Japan and\, in 2007\, made his BBC Proms debut: An Evening with Michael Ball at the Royal Albert Hall which marked the first time a musical theatre star had been given a solo concert at the Proms.  \n\n\n\nIn 2016\, he released Together\, a collaborative effort with close friend and singer Alfie Boe that featured performances of classic songs. The album became the UK’s best-selling album of 2016 and beat the likes of Little Mix and The Rolling Stones to the Christmas No.1 spot. \n\n\n\nBall & Boe then released Together Again\, which brought the pair another No.1 album in 2017\, and Back Together\, which landed them the No.2 spot in the Official Albums Chart.  \n\n\n\nIn 2020\, Michael and Alfie released their first festive album\, Together at Christmas\, featuring old favourites and originals. Thanks to their latest release\, ‘Together in Vegas’\, which entered the UK album chart at No.3 in October 2022\, they have sold over 1.5 million albums in the UK\, received two Classic Brit Awards\, sold out two headline arena tours and presented three ITV Specials! \n\n\n\nDuring the various UK lockdowns\, Michael started to pen new material — inspired by his work for charity and community (such as his interview and duet with the late Captain Sir Tom Moore)\, the result was We Are More Than One\, an album more personal than ever before. After learning to write and record remotely\, every track had an inspiring story to tell. \n\n\n\nHis debut novel\, The Empire\, was published in Autumn 2022 and became a Sunday Times Bestseller. \n\n\n\nMichael’s theatre credits include Edna Turnblad in Hairspray (ENO/Coliseum)\, Javert in Les Misérables – The Staged Concert (Gielgud Theatre) Anatoly in Chess (ENO/Coliseum)\, Mack in Mack and Mabel (Chichester/UK Tour)\, Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd (West End) for which he won the Olivier Award for ‘Best Actor in a Musical’\, Edna Turnblad in Hairspray (Original West End Cast) for which he won the Olivier Award for ‘Best Actor in a Musical’\, Kismet (English National Opera)\, Patience (New York City Opera)\, The Woman in White (West End/Broadway)\, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (West End)\, Passion\, The Phantom of the Opera\, Aspects of Love (West End/Broadway) and creating the role of Marius in Les Misérables (Original West End Cast). His television credits include the Victoria Wood BBC TV film That Day We Sang\, opposite his Sweeney Todd co-star\, Imelda Staunton. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nPrices:From £68.70Tickets are subject to a transaction fee \n\n\n\nDates & times:Doors open at 7.00pm \n\n\n\nAge guidance:Under 16s must be seated next to an adult (18+) \n\n\n\nDuration:This show has an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout New Theatre Oxford\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThere has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836\, and a second in 1886. In 1934\, the third New Theatre opened. \n\n\n\nThe theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals. \n\n\n\nOn performance days\, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday\, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts. \n\n\n\nThere is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer\, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks. \n\n\n\nThere is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed\, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members. \n\n\n\nSee important information about Getting there and Access here \n\n\n\nSee other shows at this venue URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/michael-ball/ LOCATION:New Theatre Oxford\, 24-26 George Street\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 2AG CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/michael-ball-04-1920x1080-1.webp GEO:51.7539238;-1.2606005 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Theatre Oxford 24-26 George Street Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 2AG;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24-26 George Street:geo:-1.2606005,51.7539238 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T111500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T121500 DTSTAMP:20260728T103904Z CREATED:20260728T103859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T103904Z UID:10013052-1788088500-1788092100@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Lawrence Cummings DESCRIPTION:Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Lawrence Cummings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Oxford Coffee Concerts: Adderbury Ensemble with Lawrence Cummings\n\n\n\nBach: Brandenburg Concerto no 5 in D major\, BWV 1050 \n\n\n\nBach: Schweigt stille\, plaudert nicht\, BWV 211 (“Coffee Cantata”) \n\n\n\nThis superb series of chamber music concerts was established in the 1986 in the amazing Holywell Music Room – the oldest concert hall in Europe. \n\n\n\nThe concerts are every Sunday morning at 11.15am with coffee available at a local pub before the concert. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFull price – £17.00 \n\n\n\nAges 11 to 17 – £8.50 \n\n\n\nFull Time Student (ID req) – £8.50 \n\n\n\nAdmission to children aged between 5 and 10 is free when accompanied by an adult – please call Oxford Coffee Concerts in advance on 07518 479 062 to book these tickets. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 30 August 2026 at 11.15am \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11.00am \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n60 minutes \n\n\n\nAge guidance:  \n\n\n\n5+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/oxford-coffee-concerts-adderbury-ensemble-with-lawrence-cummings/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/Oxford-Coffee-Concerts-Adderbury-Ensemble-with-Lawrence-Cummings.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T220000 DTSTAMP:20260729T161323Z CREATED:20260729T154427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T161323Z UID:10013053-1788120000-1788127200@theoxfordmagazine.com SUMMARY:Jack Gibbons' Farewell Piano Party DESCRIPTION:Jack Gibbons’ Farewell Piano Party\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jack Gibbons’ Farewell Piano Party\n\n\n\nThe acclaimed pianist and composer Jack Gibbons concludes his 38th Summer Piano Series with his traditional end-of-summer mix of reminiscences\, including some of Gibbons’ own piano works\, together with requests chosen on the night by the audience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReviews\n\n\n\n\n“Jack Gibbons is one of Oxford’s treasures.”  \n\n\n\nOxford Times \n\n\n\n\n\n“Jack Gibbons is renowned for his skills as a piano virtuoso. What is less well known\, perhaps\, is that he is also a composer of distinction… Every song [of Gibbons] was a tour de force\, each imbued with a radiant glow.”  \n\n\n\nOxford Times \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\n£23.00 \n\n\n\nAll orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50 \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSunday 30 August 2026 at 8.00pm \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7.15pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n2 hours\, including an interval \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Holywell Music Room\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street\, close to the heart of the University of Oxford\, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOften considered the first dedicated music venue in England\, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture\, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people\, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience. \n\n\n\nThe venue remains an active hub for musical performances\, regularly showcasing chamber music\, solo recitals\, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford\, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance. \n\n\n\nVisit the venue information page for further details. URL:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/event/jack-gibbons-farewell-piano-party/ LOCATION:Holywell Music Room\, Holywell Road\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX1 3SD CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theoxfordmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/An-Evening-of-Chopin-Life-Times-I.webp GEO:51.7550656;-1.253053 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holywell Music Room Holywell Road Oxford Oxfordshire OX1 3SD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Holywell Road:geo:-1.253053,51.7550656 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR