St Denys Church one of the largest unaltered Victorian spaces in Southampton - is playing host to a season of concerts by international artists this summer, including national tour dates. The iconic building, designed by celebrated architect Sir George Gilbert Scott (St Pancras station, Glasgow Cathedral) is looking to develop as a unique live music and arts venue, hosting community, performance and worship events.
All the events below are being held to raise the profile of the building and generate funds to support an ongoing maintenance programme.
All events feature an interval with refreshments, and are expected to finish around 10pm
July 25th/26thSTAND AT THE DOOR
A dance and lighting event in the north porch.
7.30pm - 10pm. Free to all. Supported by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation.
July 30th
FROM THE GOLDEN AGE
International harpist Robin Ward presents 16th century, baroque and contempory pieces.
With music by Trabaci, Froberger, Buxtehude, Parry and Glinka
Part of a national tour programme
7.30pm. Ł8.00 (Ł6.00)
www.earlyharps.com
August 1st
THE CELLO PILGRIMAGE
International cellist Orlando Jopling presents Bach's cello suites.
Part of a national tour programme to help re-invigorate churches as community gathering places, and raise money for the restoration of their fabric.
8.00pm. Ł10.00 (Ł7.50/Ł5.00)
www.cellopilgrimage.co.uk
August 8thYAZZ - FAME2FREEDOM
Singer/songwriter Yazz presents extraordinary testimony and performs songs from her new album "Running Back to You".
An inspiring evening that will leave a lasting impression.
7.30pm. Ł5.00
www.yazzmusic.co.uk