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Concert and recitals programme

Our season runs from October to June and features a wide range of events both on and off campus. 

Lunchtime concert - Wednesday 1 October

Our lunchtime concerts at St. Peter's Church feature an eclectic mix of vocal and instrumental music from our music scholars.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Wednesday 1 October, 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE

Lunchtime concert - Wednesday 15 October

Our lunchtime concert at St. Peter's Church will feature music from our University Music Piano students

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Wednesday 15 October, 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Where: Student Hall, Talbot House, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB

Kleio String Quartet - Sunday 19 October

Book your tickets to view the Kleio String Quartet performing:

  • Elgar, String Quartet in E minor
  • Britten, Three Divertimenti
  • Haydn, String Quartet in D op.50 no.6 (The Frog)
  • Ravel String Quartet in F major

Tickets: £25 (free to those under 26) from www.bournemouthchambermusic.co.uk

When: Sunday 19 October, 3pm - 5.15pm

Where: Kimmeridge Hall, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB 

Mozart's Last Year - Wednesday 22 October

Join our University Music Choir and Orchestra as they perform Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto and Requiem

Tickets: £20/£16 (students 50% concession) from www.christchurchpriory.org/boxoffice/40592 or at the door

When: Wednesday 22 October, 7.30pm-9.30pm

Where: Christchurch Priory, BH23 1BU

Lunchtime concert - Wednesday 5 November

Our lunchtime concerts at St. Peter's Church feature an eclectic mix of vocal and instrumental music from our music scholars.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Wednesday 5 November, 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE

Beyond the Sea - Friday 7 November

Join our University Music Chamber Choir and Instrumentalists as they perform a sequence of words and music reflecting on the wonder of the sea.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Friday 7 November, 6.30pm - 7.45pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE

Piano Recital given by Joanna Lam - Sunday 16 November

Book your tickets to view a piano recital given by Joanna Lam performing music by:

  • Mendelssohn
  • Lieberman
  • Ravel

Tickets: £25 (free to those under 26) from www.bournemouthchambermusic.co.uk

When: Sunday 16 November, 3pm - 5.15pm

Where: Kimmeridge Hall, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB 

Lunchtime Concert - Wednesday 19 November

Come and see the Lunchtime Concert with music performed by Maddie McCoubrie on the saxophone and Rob Tyler on the piano.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Wednesday 19 November, 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Where: Student Hall, Talbot House, Bournemouth University, BH12 5BB

University Music Concert Band - Friday 21 November

Join our University Music Concert Band for an evening of music from the Concert Hall, Stage and Screen.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Friday 21 November, 7pm - 8pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE

Advent Carol Service - Saturday 29 November

Join our University Music Chamber Choir and enjoy a traditional service with hymns and glorious choral settings.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Wednesday 29 November, 4.30pm - 5.45pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Dorchester, DT1 1XA - visit the website for directions.

Lunchtime Concert - Wednesday 3 December

Our lunchtime concerts at St. Peter's Church feature an eclectic mix of vocal and instrumental music from our music scholars and friends.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Wednesday 3 December, 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE

Handel's Messiah - Saturday 6 December

Book your tickets to see performances from the University Music Choirs and Orchestra.

Tickets: £16 (+booking fee) 50% concession for students and under 18's - book online or at the door.

When: Saturday 6 December, 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Parkstone, BH14 ONN

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols - Thursday 11 December

Join the University Music Chamber Choir for a traditional service with favourite carols and glorious choral settings.

Free admission, all welcome.

When: Thursday 11 December, 6pm - 7.15pm

Where: St Peter's Church, Bournemouth, BH1 2EE

About University Music

Exceptional musical opportunities for BU and AUB students and staff, as well as for members of the local community.

Choirs

With a choice of three choirs, singing is one of University Music's most popular activities.

Instrumental ensembles

Our instrumental ensembles offer a great opportunity for experienced musicians through weekly rehearsals and regular concert performances.

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