J.S. Bach's CHRISTMAS ORATORIO

This January, the Oxford Bach Soloists perform Parts I, II, and VI of Bach’s Christmas Oratorio under the direction of Steven Grahl. Join us and experience the rich beauty of Bach’s music this New Year.

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Meet Our 2025-26 Choral Scholars

We are pleased to welcome our newest cohort of Choral Scholars who will sing with the Oxford Bach Soloists across the year.

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Steven Grahl, New Artistic Director

Oxford Bach Soloists is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven Grahl as Artistic Director, beginning in the 2025–26 season.

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The Observer

03 Jan
03 Jan 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Christmas Oratorio

University Church of St Mary The Virgin + Google Map
21 Jan
21 Jan 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Bach: Mass in B minor

Winchester Cathedral + Google Map
24 Jan
24 Jan 2026 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm

‘Courante’: Cello Suites 3

Private: Pusey House Chapel + Google Map
07 Mar
07 Mar 2026 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm

‘Sarabande’: Cello Suites 4

Private: Pusey House Chapel + Google Map
01 Apr
01 Apr 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

St John Passion – Oxford

University Church of St Mary The Virgin + Google Map
02 May
02 May 2026 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm

‘Galanteries’: Cello Suites 5

Private: Pusey House Chapel + Google Map

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