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SUMMARY:Apricity Trio at 'Music on the Mount'
DESCRIPTION:Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series\, Apricity Trio formed in 2023 by Royal College of Music students Madelaine Napier\, Alicja Kojder and Nathan Quilter\, and are an exceptional young ensemble mentored by artists including Jakob Kullberg and Sinéad O’Halloran\, and already performing in London\, Wales\, and Denmark. Their adventurous programmes balance beloved classics with rare and overlooked works that deserve far wider audiences\, delivered with warmth\, flair\, and real musical maturity. With local appearances at St Michael’s already under their belt\, this series is a wonderful opportunity to bring their talent to new Exeter audiences. \nProgramme\nKahn Serenade in F minor Op 73\nJohn Ireland Clarinet Trio in D minor\nBrahms Clarinet Trio in A minor
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/apricity-trio-at-music-on-the-mount/
LOCATION:St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham\, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham\, Dinham Road\, Exeter\, EX4 4EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T080000
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SUMMARY:Small Wonders - a music concert about the consolation of nature
DESCRIPTION:“SMALL WONDERS”\nNew choir work reflects on the consolation of nature \nOn September 19th a unique performance comes to Shaftesbury. ‘Small Wonders’ is an ambitious new work of 30 songs for choir\, soloists and instrumentalists\, composed and conducted by Helen Porter. The work premiered to a full house in May at the Tavistock Music Festival. One of the organisers said: \n“It was he most beautiful and poignant work that I have heard in the church and deserves a much wider audience.People were so enthralled — one could hear the audience listening. I honestly can’t think of words good enough to describe how absolutely wonderful this concert was.” \nSet in the first year of the Covid pandemic\, the songs in Small Wonders take us on a journey through the seasons with our senses more keenly tuned to the sights and sounds of nature. We are drawn into the lives of some of the smallest creatures who live in our shared environment and explore our need to create stories and myths around them to bring us consolation in difficult times. The songs\, in an eclectic mix of genres – classical\, musical theatre\, jazz\, folk\, cabaret and contemporary – reflect the marvellous diversity of the natural world around us.\nPeople may remember Helen Porter from the years around the millenium when she worked for Common Ground’s ‘Confluence’ project\, teaming up with Shaftesbury composer Karen Wimhurst\, who is one of the instrumentalist in Small Wonders. \nSmall Wonders\, performed by the Calstock Big Jazz Choir\, was written in memory of a much loved member of Helen’s choir\, Jennie Peach\, who sadly died in 2024. Jennie’s positive outlook on life is beautifully woven into the fabric of the songs\, at some moments fast\, funny and dramatic\, whilst thoughtful and consoling at others. \nHelen Porter says: “This work is a journey of hope\, a reminder of our responsibilities as shared inhabitants of the earth and the power of music\, song and nature to lift our spirits in dark times…” \nSmall Wonders will be performed on September19th\, 7.30 pm\, at St Peter’s Church in Shaftesbury. Tickets can be booked via www.wegottickets.com (search for Small Wonders)
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/small-wonders-a-music-concert-about-the-consolation-of-nature/2026-09-19/1/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury\, St Peter’s Church\, High Street\, Shaftesbury\, SP7 8JW
CATEGORIES:Concert,Dorset,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen Porter":MAILTO:helenportermusic@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T220000
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SUMMARY:Small Wonders - a music concert about the consolation of nature
DESCRIPTION:“SMALL WONDERS”\nNew choir work reflects on the consolation of nature \nOn September 19th a unique performance comes to Shaftesbury. ‘Small Wonders’ is an ambitious new work of 30 songs for choir\, soloists and instrumentalists\, composed and conducted by Helen Porter. The work premiered to a full house in May at the Tavistock Music Festival. One of the organisers said: \n“It was he most beautiful and poignant work that I have heard in the church and deserves a much wider audience.People were so enthralled — one could hear the audience listening. I honestly can’t think of words good enough to describe how absolutely wonderful this concert was.” \nSet in the first year of the Covid pandemic\, the songs in Small Wonders take us on a journey through the seasons with our senses more keenly tuned to the sights and sounds of nature. We are drawn into the lives of some of the smallest creatures who live in our shared environment and explore our need to create stories and myths around them to bring us consolation in difficult times. The songs\, in an eclectic mix of genres – classical\, musical theatre\, jazz\, folk\, cabaret and contemporary – reflect the marvellous diversity of the natural world around us.\nPeople may remember Helen Porter from the years around the millenium when she worked for Common Ground’s ‘Confluence’ project\, teaming up with Shaftesbury composer Karen Wimhurst\, who is one of the instrumentalist in Small Wonders. \nSmall Wonders\, performed by the Calstock Big Jazz Choir\, was written in memory of a much loved member of Helen’s choir\, Jennie Peach\, who sadly died in 2024. Jennie’s positive outlook on life is beautifully woven into the fabric of the songs\, at some moments fast\, funny and dramatic\, whilst thoughtful and consoling at others. \nHelen Porter says: “This work is a journey of hope\, a reminder of our responsibilities as shared inhabitants of the earth and the power of music\, song and nature to lift our spirits in dark times…” \nSmall Wonders will be performed on September19th\, 7.30 pm\, at St Peter’s Church in Shaftesbury. Tickets can be booked via www.wegottickets.com (search for Small Wonders)
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/small-wonders-a-music-concert-about-the-consolation-of-nature/2026-09-19/2/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury\, St Peter’s Church\, High Street\, Shaftesbury\, SP7 8JW
CATEGORIES:Concert,Dorset,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen Porter":MAILTO:helenportermusic@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:C. Saint-Saens - Opera 'Samson et Dalila'
DESCRIPTION:C. Saint-Saens – Opera ‘Samson et Dalila’ – Semi-staged performance in French\, with a piano accompaniment by Exeter Opera Group.\nSamson et Dalila by Camille Saint-Saëns is a dramatic retelling of the biblical story of Samson\, the Hebrew hero blessed with extraordinary strength. As his people suffer under Philistine oppression\, Samson inspires them to resist their enemies. The Philistine priestess Dalila\, determined to destroy him\, uses her beauty and charm to win his trust and discover the secret of his strength. \nIn its interpretation of the opera\, Exeter Opera Group refers only to the story as told in the Bible. \nBetrayed by Dalila\, Samson is captured\, blinded\, and imprisoned by the Philistines. In the opera’s powerful final scene\, he calls upon God for strength one last time and brings down the temple of Dagon\, sacrificing himself while delivering his people from their oppressors. Rich in memorable melodies and dramatic intensity\, Samson et Dalila remains one of the most celebrated operas in the French repertoire.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/c-saint-saens-opera-samson-et-dalila-2/
LOCATION:Crediton Arts Centre\, East Street\, Crediton\, EX17 3AX
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exeter Opera Group":MAILTO:exeteroperagroup@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:C. Saint-Saens - Opera 'Samson et Dalila'
DESCRIPTION:Semi-staged performance of C. Saint-Saens’ opera ‘Samson et Dalila’ (in French\, with a piano accompaniment) by Exeter Opera Group. \nSamson et Dalila is a three-act opera by Camille Saint-Saëns\, based on the biblical story from the Book of Judges. The Israelites are oppressed by the Philistines\, and their leader Samson inspires them to resist their enemies. The Philistine priestess Dalila seeks to discover the secret of Samson’s extraordinary strength. Using her charm and persuasion\, she wins his trust and learns that his power lies in his uncut hair. After Dalila betrays him\, Samson is captured\, blinded\, and imprisoned by the Philistines. In the opera’s dramatic conclusion\, Samson calls upon God to restore his strength one last time and destroys the Philistine temple\, sacrificing himself as he defeats his enemies.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/c-saint-saens-opera-samson-et-dalila-4/
LOCATION:Crediton Arts Centre\, East Street\, Crediton\, EX17 3AX
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concert,Devon,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exeter Opera Group":MAILTO:exeteroperagroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T210000
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SUMMARY:Martin Roscoe
DESCRIPTION:Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series\, Martin Roscoe has a career spanning over five decades and is one of the UK’s most loved and respected pianists\, with a repertoire encompassing over 100 concertos and more than 600 broadcasts including seven BBC Proms appearances. His extensive discography for Hyperion\, Chandos\, and Naxos reflects the breadth and intellectual depth of his musical interests. Described by the Daily Telegraph as a pianist who “both thinks and offers full-blooded playing of breadth and depth”\, his presence in this concert series is a significant draw for audiences across the region. \nProgramme\nMozart: Fantasy in D minor K.397\nSchumann: Kinderszenen Op.15\nBeethoven: Sonata in C sharp minor Op. 27/2 “ Moonlight “\nChopin: Barcarolle Op. 60\nJohn Ireland: An Island Spell\nIreland: Amberley Wild Brooks\nDebussy: Reflets dans l’eau\nLiszt: La lugubre gondola\, No. 2\nLiszt: Legend No. 2 “St. Francis of Paola Walking On The Waters”
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/martin-roscoe/
LOCATION:St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham\, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham\, Dinham Road\, Exeter\, EX4 4EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260830T093435Z
CREATED:20260830T093435Z
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SUMMARY:C. Saint-Saens - Opera 'Samson et Dalila'
DESCRIPTION:Semi-staged performance of C. Saint-Saens’ Opera ‘Samson et Dalila’ (in French\, with a piano accompaniment) by Exeter Opera Group. \nSamson et Dalila is a three-act opera by Camille Saint-Saëns\, based on the biblical story from the Book of Judges. The Israelites are oppressed by the Philistines\, and their leader Samson inspires them to resist their enemies. The Philistine priestess Dalila seeks to discover the secret of Samson’s extraordinary strength. Using her charm and persuasion\, she wins his trust and learns that his power lies in his uncut hair. After Dalila betrays him\, Samson is captured\, blinded\, and imprisoned by the Philistines. In the opera’s dramatic conclusion\, Samson calls upon God to restore his strength one last time and destroys the Philistine temple\, sacrificing himself as he defeats his enemies.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/c-saint-saens-opera-samson-et-dalila-3/
LOCATION:Colyton Town Hall\, Market Place\, Colyton\, EX24 6JR
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concert,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exeter Opera Group":MAILTO:exeteroperagroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260808T052326Z
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SUMMARY:Plymouth Military Wives Choir - Song of Hope
DESCRIPTION:*EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT*\n“For years\, St. Katherine’s within The Royal Citadel has been our sanctuary – a place where our choir found its voice and felt the strength of community. \nNow… it’s our turn to give back! Join us for one night only for an unforgettable evening of music as we raise our voices to support this extraordinary chapel.  \nOne night. One mission. Endless harmony. Together\, we can ensure St. Katherine’s continues to shine. Get your tickets today and be part of something truly powerful!” \nWith previous sell out concerts – advanced booking advised 💜 \nMilitary Wives Choirs\, 4 St Dunstan’s Hill\,\nLondon EC3R 8AD\nRegistered charity in England and Wales (1148302) & Scotland (SCO45217). A company limited by guarantee. Registered company in England and Wales (08089745)
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/plymouth-military-wives-choir-song-of-hope/
LOCATION:The Woolwell Centre\, Darklake Lane\, Plymouth\, PL6 7TR
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Plymouth Military Wives Choir":MAILTO:Plymouth@militarywiveschoir.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261024T220000
DTSTAMP:20260830T094243Z
CREATED:20260830T094243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T094243Z
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SUMMARY:C. Saint-Saens - Opera 'Samson et Dalila'
DESCRIPTION:Semi-staged performance of C. Saint-Saens’ Opera ‘Samson et Dalila'(in French\, with a piano accompaniment) by Exeter Opera Group. \nSamson et Dalila is a three-act opera by Camille Saint-Saëns\, based on the biblical story from the Book of Judges. The Israelites are oppressed by the Philistines\, and their leader Samson inspires them to resist their enemies. The Philistine priestess Dalila seeks to discover the secret of Samson’s extraordinary strength. Using her charm and persuasion\, she wins his trust and learns that his power lies in his uncut hair. After Dalila betrays him\, Samson is captured\, blinded\, and imprisoned by the Philistines. In the opera’s dramatic conclusion\, Samson calls upon God to restore his strength one last time and destroys the Philistine temple\, sacrificing himself as he defeats his enemies.
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/c-saint-saens-opera-samson-et-dalila-5/
LOCATION:Blackmore theatre\, 10 Bicton Street\, Exmouth\, EX8 2RU
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concert,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exeter Opera Group":MAILTO:exeteroperagroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T131431Z
CREATED:20260511T131431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T131431Z
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SUMMARY:Dumnonii Consort at 'Music on the Mount'
DESCRIPTION:Performing at St Michael & All Angels as part of the highly-anticipated ‘Music on the Mount’ classical music series\, artistic director Matthew Jeffrey founded this eight-part vocal ensemble in 2023\, comprising high-calibre professional singers based in Exeter\, many associated with the Cathedral choir and performing across the UK and internationally. Their repertoire spans the full sweep of classical vocal music\, from the intricacy of early polyphony to the present day\, and their performances are widely praised for their beauty\, emotional depth\, and commanding ensemble presence. Taking its name from the ancient Celtic tribe who inhabited Devon and Cornwall\, the Consort brings a strong sense of regional identity to everything they do\, performing at Exeter Cathedral\, Exeter University Chapel\, and this spring at Buckfast Abbey. \nProgramme\nAnon: Requiem aeternum\nPhilip Moore: Prayers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer\nJohn Taverner: Funeral Ikos\nJames MacMillan: Miserere\nVictoria: Missa de defunctis a6
URL:https://thisissouthwest.com/event/dumnonii-consort-at-music-on-the-mount/
LOCATION:St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham\, St Michael & All Angels Mount Dinham\, Dinham Road\, Exeter\, EX4 4EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music
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