Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra | Elegy and Exaltation

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra return to Chichester Cathedral with a programme of music by Beethoven, Barber and Dvořák.

Event details

Tickets
£20 - £39
Date
Wednesday 15 July 2026, 19:30
Venue
Chichester Cathedral
Category
Concerts, Music
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Mark Wigglesworth Conductor
Guy Johnston Cello

Programme
Beethoven Leonore Overture No.2
Barber Cello Concerto
Barber Adagio for Strings
Dvořák Symphony No.8

Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No.2 is hugely dramatic, mirroring the intensity of the darkest events of the opera it was intended to precede. Derived from music from Act II of Fidelio, it depicts Florestan’s dungeon, to which we are led via dark, descending octaves and dissonant harmonies. Barber’s emotional masterpiece for strings, his Adagio, was adapted from quartet to string orchestra so that this relatively unknown piece was given a second life as the grand commercial success we know today. The American’s hypnotic, solemn piece coupled with his more Romantic Cello Concerto. A piece of great technical demand for soloist and of a grandeur comparable to Brahms. Dvořák broke new ground with his Eighth Symphony. Freed from the confines of the sonata form it is a seemingly spontaneous flow of thematic ideas. It has often been described as a “sunny” work, but in truth it is much more than that. With passages of drama, exhilaration, happiness and nostalgia it is unusually animated and tuneful, though it incorporates a streak of melancholy that occasionally erupts into fury, evoking a wide range of human emotions and is yet profoundly optimistic.

Please note that this is an external production by Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra

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 (Mon-Fri 9.30am-5pm)
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