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The Music of The Lord of The Rings: Tribute to Howard Shore
Our precious concert in a 19th century church in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington. Experience the majestic music of the iconic saga «Lord of the Rings» films in a unique experience not to be missed. A delight for the whole family is guaranteed. Performed by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, the virtuoso playing of the musicians will instantly transport you to a distant fantasy world with elves, hobbits and dwarves! Music loved by millions of people gives you goosebumps.
Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams

Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams

11 Jul 2025 - 20 Sept 2025

A unique concert in a stunning 19th-century church located in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The Miyazaki Dreams concert is an immersion in the fabulous atmosphere of the films of the world-famous Japanese director and Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki. Mystery Ensemble has collected magical music from his anime and compositions inspired by his creations. The evening programme includes renowned works composed by ingenious Joe Hisaishi, including My Neighbor Totoro, the legendary movie Spirited Away, Howls Moving Castle, Laputa: Castle in the Sky and others. The programme also includes works by other composers inspired by Miyazakis artworks.
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A cornerstone of classical music, this vivid and revolutionary work captures the essence of nature with breathtaking virtuosity and emotional power. Its influence continues to echo through centuries of music-making, and remains one of the most beloved compositions in the classical canon. This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta and leading violinist to be announced, promises an evening of elegance and inspiration. With over 200 performances annually, this acclaimed ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s most gifted virtuosi—has become a mainstay on the British classical scene. The evening's programme will contain Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' with a selection of other, renowned classical masterpieces.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring never before used for this purpose in London. Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone. To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card Programme Divenire Experience In Un Altra Vita Le Onde I Giorni Nefeli Nuvole Bianche Primavera Monday Ora Temple White Performers Fionnuala Ward.
Sounds of the Universe: Zimmer, Richter, Einaudi by Mystery Ensemble
Step into a spellbinding neoclassical programme that leads audiences on a luminous journey through emotion and awe. Featuring the visionary works of Hans Zimmer, Ludovico Einaudi, and Max Richter, this concert blends cinematic grandeur, minimalist clarity, and haunting melodic nuance. Zimmer’s expansive compositions, like “Cornfield Chase” from Interstellar, conjure the vastness of space, while Einaudi’s delicate piano-driven pieces, such as “Petrichor”, invite quiet reflection. Richter’s poignant “Sofa Chess” and the ethereal “Infra 4” blend timeless restraint with contemporary texture. Together, these composers shape a sonic cosmos where orchestral detail meets atmospheric depth, offering listeners a chance to dwell on the infinite sounds of the universe.
Tribute to Max Richter by Candlelight

Tribute to Max Richter by Candlelight

25 Jul 2025 - 30 Aug 2025

Join us for an evening featuring the famous Antonio Vivaldi cycle 'The Four Seasons' in the unique interpretation of contemporary composer Max Richter, performed by the extraordinary Mystery Ensemble. Max Richter is the composer of music for dozens of feature films and documentaries. The European Film Academy voted him the best film composer in 2008. He changed the music of Antonio Vivaldi in the spirit of minimalism and postmodernism. Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons is one of Richter's most famous works. After its release in 2012, the recording topped the iTunes Classical Music charts in over 20 countries.
Tribute to Max Richter

Tribute to Max Richter

29 Aug 2025 - 29 Aug 2025

А unique concert will take place in a 19th century church in the heart of Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Join us for an evening featuring the famous Antonio Vivaldi cycle «The Four Seasons» in the unique interpretation of contemporary composer Max Richter, performed by the extraordinary Mystery Ensemble. Max Richter is the composer of music for dozens of feature films and documentaries. The European Film Academy voted him the best film composer in 2008. He changed the music of Antonio Vivaldi in the spirit of minimalism and postmodernism. Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons is one of Richters most famous works. After its release in 2012, the recording topped the iTunes Classical Music charts in over 20 countries.

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