Rochester Choral Society present Haydn’s :The Creation
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Poet and Cellist Kenneth Wilson is undertaking a 2,000 mile bicycle pilgrimage around all 42 English Anglican cathedrals, performing a Meditation on the Seven Last Words of Jesus.
Admission free
The Sixteen return to Rochester Cathedral. A programme for inner peace, combining medieval sounds with the contemporary voices of Arvo Pärt, Will Todd and Anna Clyne.
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Wow Events present…Get ready to stay up all night as we relight your fire and let The Music of Take That entertain you like never before.
Don’t miss your chance to watch the world come alive tonight—it’s time to move your body and secure your seats for the greatest day of our lives.
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Presented by Wow! Events They were the definition of cool during their Fifties and Sixties Vegas heyday–Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. Rat Pack Live invites you to be part of the gang and features all the patter and razzamatazz of their infamous live shows.
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Ben Portsmouth brings his jaw-dropping tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll!
Witnessing sellouts on the same Vegas stage as Elvis, to London’s West End, join us for a stunning evening of Elvis’ most loved songs from the 50’s, ’68 comeback and the Vegas years.
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Join Vox Anima London for the finale concert of the International Children's Choir Festival 2025
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Friends of Rochester Cathedral Event
The City of Rochester Orchestra will perform in a concert of Viennese music in the Cathedral Nave. This will be the fourth such concert in what has become an annual event and fundraiser.
Pre-booking essential
Experience the beauty and power of Rochester Cathedral’s spectacular Organ as we travel through galaxies on a musical journey inspired by Luke Jerram’s Mars: War & Peace. Join us as our Music Department perform a programme of music exploring the wonders of space.
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Get ready for an epic night of music as Symphonix Orchestra performs iconic soundtracks live at Rochester Cathedral including Star Wars, ET and many more…
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Organised by Symphonix
Join us as The Rocket Man and our amazing live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits, including, Saturday Night’s Alright, Crocodile Rock, I Guess That’s Why They Call it the Blues, Daniel, I’m Still Standing, Philadelphia Freedom, Your Song and many, many more.
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A Wow! Events Show
Get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show!
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A Wow! Events Show
Roger Sayer, the original organist to the film Interstellar performing from the original score by Hans Zimmer is a highlight for organ enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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We are delighted to bring you Bowie by Candlelight, featuring 'David Live' The David Bowie Tribute Show. An incredible night of Bowie anthems including 'Let's Dance', 'Starman', 'Life on Mars', 'Rebel Rebel' and more, performed at the beautiful Rochester Cathedral by Candlelight.
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A Kinda Dusty Event
The UK’s most authentic live Pink Floyd tribute band return to Rochester Cathedral to perform under Mars Last time all tickets sold out so book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Get ready for a magical evening filled with enchanting Viennese music performed by the talented City of Rochester Symphony Orchestra!
Following their sell-out tour in 2023, Wild Arts brings their trademark fresh and innovative approach to Handel's legendary telling of the Christmas story to Rochester Cathedral for the first time.
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Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family.
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KSS Air Ambulance Charity’s Festive Carol Service
A charity carol concert filled with carols, community, and festive readings.
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Rochester Choral Society celebrate 151 years of community music with a massed choral and orchestral performance of the magnificent A German Requiem by Johannes Brahms.
Composed after the death of Brahms’ mother, the music traces a journey of grief: there is sorrow, anger, and pain, but also warmth, brightness, and calm.
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Tim Garland’s Lighthouse Trio, a truly unique and formidable acoustic band where interplay is paramount join forces with the exceptional Britten Sinfonia. This very special concert celebrates the trios 20th anniversary with the most ambitious project of Tim Garland’s stellar career.
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Sponsored by Vivum Music
Laurence Cottle pays tribute to Tower of Power who have been supplying us with 50 years of the funkiest music around. Since 1968, Tower of Power has delivered their unique brand of music to their fans, appearing before sold out crowds as they tour the world each year.
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Celebrated British Jazz pianist Jason Rebello will take to the stage on Thursday night. Inspired by Herbie Hancock he has worked with Sting, Jeff Beck, Wayne Shorter, Petter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Pee Wee Ellis, Joss Stone, Clare Teal and Ronnie Corbett.
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Extra tickets added due to exceptional demand
Join the internationally acclaimed BBC Big Band for a world-class evening of music. Expect swinging versions of classic TV and Movie themes from the likes of James Bond, The Pink Panther, Peter Gunn, and Mission: Impossible – alongside Big Band and Swing favourites chosen from the BBC Big Band extensive library of music … plus a few surprises along the way!
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For over 30 years, the James Taylor Quartet have set the standard for the coolest sounds in funky acid jazz. On dozens of mighty albums and at their legendary gigs at home and around the world, they’ve quietly become a byword for distinguished British creativity.
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Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings
Eynsford Concert Band
with the West Malling Community Choir, Canterbury for Ukraine Ladies Chori, Brompton & Invicta Military Wives Choir, The Standards of the Royal British Legion
Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Katherine Dienes-Williams from Guildford Cathedral will join us for our 2024 Organ Festival Series.
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Featuring J’Adele, the UK’s leading Adele tribute and her incredible live band, ‘Rumour Has It’ that this is going to be an unforgettable evening packed full of best loved Adele Hits!
A Kinda Dusty Event
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Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Adrian Bawtree will be performing at this free and family friendly concert featuring. popular ‘dragon-tastic’ organ music including excerpts from How to Train Your Dragon to celebrate the Draco Roffensis art project in the Cathedral
This is a free recital, no need to pre-book
Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Charles Francis from the USA will join us for our 2024 Organ Festival Series.
Tickets available online
Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Jamie Rogers from Canterbury Cathedral will join us for our 2024 Organ Festival Series.
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Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Ben Bloor from The London Oratory will be performing.
Please note, this is a change to the advertised programme. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Jeremy Lloyd, Assistant Director of Music at Rochester Cathedral, performs this free recital as part of the Sweeps Festival. Performances will take place on Sunday at 13:00 and Monday at 12:00 and will last 1 hour.
This is a free recital
Part of the 2024 Organ Festival Series
Jeremy Lloyd, Assistant Director of Music at Rochester Cathedral, opens our 2024 Organ Festival series.
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Following the success of this year's concert, the City of Rochester Symphony Orchestra will perform again next year in the Cathedral.
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Rochester Cathedral’s renowned choir returns for our popular Christmas Carol concert, one of the highlights of the festive season. Buy your tickets now for this very special event, suitable for the whole family.
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POSTPONED
We are sorry to announce that the G4 Concert due to take place at Rochester Cathedral tonight has been postponed. This is due to band member illness. We are hoping to find a date for the rescheduled concert in the New Year. Ticket holders should receive an email from the organisers with more information and we will keep everyone posted on our social media channels.
We apologise for any disappointment this may cause anyone planning to attend tonight.
Our Jazz and Blues Festival draws to a close with two incredible acts. The Nigel Price Organ Trio and vocalist, Claire Martin OBE.
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