Saturday 21 March 2026 at 7:00pm

Northampton Philharmonic Choir - The Armed Man : A Mass for Peace - Karl Jenkins

Join the NPC for a memorable evening as they present The Armed Man : A Mass for Peace by Karl Jenkins. Commissioned in 1999 by the Royal Armouries Museum to commemorate the Millennium and its move to Leeds, The Armed Man is dedicated to victims of the Kosovo crisis. The work premiered on 25 April 2000 at London's Royal Albert Hall.

Jenkins' powerful “mass for peace” weaves together the traditional Catholic Mass with poetry, the Islamic call to prayer, and the haunting French folk melody L'homme armé. From martial processions to moments of deep reflection, it traces conflict's devastation and offers a vision of reconciliation and hope-making it one of the most moving and frequently performed modern choral works.

Programme

Northampton Philharmonic Choir
Nene Sinfonia
Molly Cochrane - Soprano
Directed by Thomas Moore

The programme also features two other works by Jenkins: Palladio & Cantate Domino.

Tickets for this event are available via the Northampton Philharmonic Choir website.

Please see the Northampton Philharmonic Choir website for more details and to book tickets online.

St Matthew's Church is wheelchair accessible and there is a toilet suitable for all mobility needs in the Church. There is plenty of on-street parking around the church, but please allow sufficient time to park your car. If you have any other queries regarding the concert please contact us.

Saturday 28 March 2026 at 7:00pm

Northampton Bach Choir - Handel's Messiah

This season, the Northampton Bach Choir is once again proud to be performing one of the greatest choral masterpieces of all time - Handel's Messiah.

Loved by audiences around the world for its stirring choruses and memorable arias, Messiah is a cornerstone of the choral repertoire, bringing together moments of drama, reflection, and joy. From the powerful opening notes to the triumphant “Hallelujah” chorus, Handel's timeless music invites listeners on a journey through the story of hope, redemption, and celebration.

Join us for an inspiring performance in a welcoming setting, as we share the beauty and emotional depth of this much-loved oratorio. Whether you are discovering Messiah for the first time or returning for another hearing, this concert promises an evening of uplifting music that speaks to the heart of the season.

All are welcome - come and experience the enduring magic of Handel's Messiah with the Northampton Bach Choir.

• Booking opens to Friends of the choir from 7pm on Saturday 20th December.
• Public booking opens on Sunday 1st February with 'Early Bird' reduced price tickets available until 28th February.
• Please could Friends of the Choir contact the NBC for allocation of priority tickets as usual.

Tickets for this event are available via the Northampton Bach Choir website.

Please see the Northampton Bach Choir website for more details and to book tickets online.

St Matthew's Church is wheelchair accessible and there is a toilet suitable for all mobility needs in the Church. There is plenty of on-street parking around the church, but please allow sufficient time to park your car. If you have any other queries regarding the concert please contact us.