Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra | Colour and Light

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra return to Chichester Cathedral with a programme of music by JS Bach, Sibelius, Suk and Respighi.

Event details

Tickets
From £21.20
Date
Wednesday 22 October 2025, 19:30
Venue
Chichester Cathedral
Category
Concerts, Chichester950, Music
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Programme

JS Bach   Fantasia & Fugue in C minor
Sibelius   Violin Concerto
Suk   Meditation on St Wenceslas
Respighi   Church Windows

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Gergely Madaras Conductor
Kristīne Balanas Violin

Elgar’s magnificent orchestral showpiece is more than just a mere transcription of Bach’s mournful organ Fantasia. It slowly swells as more and more layers of orchestral colour are built up until the full-throttle climax. 

In his Violin Concerto, Sibelius opposes rather than meshes solo and orchestra in a succession of wonderful melodies until reaching a giddying climax of syncopated brilliance. At times dreamy and reflective and at others turbulent and darkly passionate, it is full of technical prowess – a deep and gritty orchestral exploration from darkness into light. 

The origins of the Bohemian hymn on which Suk based his Meditation can be traced back a thousand years. A work that pays homage to one of the most revered saints in Czech history, it is both heartfelt and nostalgic, interweaving Suk’s personal sense of patriotism with a deep spirituality. 

Using fragments of ancient Gregorian chant, Respighi’s symphonic suite Church Windows depicts four imagined religious scenes forever captured in stained-glass windows. His supreme orchestral mastery is on full show, shimmering with refracted, kaleidoscopic colour as light floods through.

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FAQs

What facilities are at the Cathedral?
  • Toilet facilities are available in the Cathedral (including an accessible toilet with changing facilities).
  • Ramps throughout the Cathedral allow step-free access.
  • Food and drink is available for eat-in or takeaway from Cloisters Kitchen & Garden (open daily from 9.00am - 5.00pm).
How do I get to the Cathedral?
  • The Cathedral is in the heart of Chichester, close to the Market Cross, the centrepoint of the City’s main pedestrianised shopping streets. The Cathedral’s postcode is PO19 1RP.
  • By car, approach from the M27 (A27) and turn northwards at one of the bypass roundabouts following signs for the city centre. Visitors arriving by car should aim for one of the many public car parks around the City.
  • The Cathedral is less than a 10 minute walk from Chichester’s Train Station, and is opposite a bus stop.
Is the Cathedral accessible?
General Access

Level access into the Cathedral is available through the South West Door, which is marked 40 on the Cathedral Plan.

Within the Cathedral and the Cathedral precincts there are ramps for easy level access. The Cathedral has three wheelchairs which may be used, free of charge, on a first-come first-served basis. 

Toilets

Toilet facilities are available in the North Transept opposite the Treasury(including an accessible toilet with changing facilities).

Parking

There are a limited number of Accessible parking spaces situated on the approach to the Cathedral via West Street. These spaces can be used free of charge provided the vehicle is displaying a blue badge. 

For further information on Accessible parking in Chichester please click here.
 

Dogs

Only Guide, Therapy and Assistance Dogs are welcome in the Cathedral for events.

If you are planning a visit to the Cathedral and have any questions regarding access please contact us, 01243 782595 or info@chichestercathedral.org.uk

Can you help with my ticket?

Please note that Chichester Cathedral is not responsible for the Box Office for this event.

For all ticket purchases and concert information enquiries: 01202 669925
The ticket office is open from 10am to 4.30pm
If you don’t manage to speak to someone, please leave a message and a member of the box office team will get back to you as soon as possible

Or you can email: hello@bsorchestra.co.uk