Previous Concerts

An unforgettable night of romance, drama, passion and power, celebrating iconic moments from operatic and choral masterpieces by Puccini and Verdi. 

A landmark concert marking 150 years of the Royal Choral Society’s Good Friday performances of Handel’s Messiah at the Royal Albert Hall. 

An evening of music by Brahms and Mozart that explores some of the most timeless human themes. Through moments of introspection, exuberance, and reverence, they reflect on fate, joy, faith, and love with depth and honesty.

A concert of festive songs, carols old and new and, of course, traditional favourites for you to join in with!

Christmas isn’t complete without carols at the Royal Albert Hall. Join us for 15 magical performances over six days, featuring a mix of traditional and modern festive favourites.

Celebrating 150 years since the choir gave the UK premiere with the composer himself conducting, the Royal Choral Society performs Verdi’s Requiem.

At the end of a busy season, we loosen our bow ties a little and invite you to join us at our summer soirée at St Giles Cripplegate; a great chance to enjoy some exquisite choral music in a relaxed atmosphere and get to know us over a glass of wine. 

Brahms’ evocative German Requiem reminds us that even in the most troubled of times there can be hope and even joy. 

Our Good Friday afternoon performance of Handel's Messiah has been a Royal Albert Hall tradition for almost 150 years.

Dvořák's profound and heartfelt Stabat Mater performed in the beautiful surroundings of Southwark Cathedral.

Join us in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall for what’s set to be London’s finest sing-along carol concerts of the season. Concerts: 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 24 December.

A concert of festive songs, carols old and new and, of course, traditional favourites for you to join in with!

Following a sold out performance in 2023, Carmina Burana returns to the Hall by popular demand.

At the end of a busy season, we loosen our bow ties a little and invite you to join us at our summer soirée.

Our programme of spring warmth and contemplation includes Fauré's Requiem and 'An Oxford Elegy' by Vaughan Williams.

The 148th annual Good Friday performance of Handel's magnificent oratorio – London's great Easter tradition.

Mozart's sublime Requiem and Clarinet Concerto share top billing in this celebration of the Classical genius.

Our Christmas carol season at the Royal Albert Hall:

Saturday 16 December: 3pm, 7.30pm
Sunday 17 December: 11am, 3pm, 7.30pm
Thursday 21 December: 3pm, 7.30pm
Friday 22 December: 11am, 3pm, 7.30pm
Saturday 23 December: 11am, 3pm, 7.30pm
Sunday 24 December: 11am, 3pm

Wall-to-wall festive favourites in our annual Christmas concert.

Royal Choral Society's first visit to Chelmsford Cathedral with music by Haydn, Mozart and Handel.

The Royal Choral Society heralded the summer with two settings of the Gloria – by Vivaldi and Poulenc – written 250 years apart.

We performed on coronation weekend in our big 150th birthday celebration concert whch featured some of the best loved pieces in the choral repertoire.

Join the Royal Choral Society for its annual Good Friday Messiah - 147th year!

Saturday 17 December – Saturday 24 December, various times
London’s finest festive carol concerts, perfect for all the family!

Our unmissable 150th anniversary Christmas carol concert at the Royal Albert Hall!

A celebration of the music of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor including the epic Hiawatha's Wedding Feast.

The Royal Choral Society joins the military and performs this annual ceremony on Horse Guards Parade.

Her Majesty The Queen’s 70-year reign is celebrated with fitting splendour.

The Royal Choral Society marked its 150th anniversary with a performance of Verdi’s Requiem.

The Royal Choral Society returned to the Royal Albert Hall on Good Friday 2022 for its 146th annual Messiah concert.

Classic FM Live! returned to the Royal Albert Hall in April 2022, celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the Royal Choral Society's 150th and Classic FM's 30th anniversary.

Lights! Lasers! Fireworks! And of course the best-loved classical tunes!

Bach’s first great sacred masterpiece, the St John Passion, recounts Christ’s final days from the betrayal of Judas to the preparation for laying the body in the tomb.

Held in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall, the RCS enjoyed performing in London’s finest carol concerts of the season 18-24 December.

The Royal Choral Society was delighted to be back to celebrate the festive season in the Royal Albert Hall’s 150th anniversary year.

The UK’s most popular classical show returned to the Royal Albert Hall in November 2021!

The Royal Choral Society returned to Holy Trinity Sloane St with an uplifting programme of 19th and 20th century music by Romantic composers. 

An annual tradition since 1876.

The only concert for the Royal Choral Society in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

For the first time since the Blitz, the annual Good Friday Messiah at the Royal Albert Hall was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Hark the Herald! It’s Christmas!

Back to the Royal Albert Hall for our annual traditional Christmas Carol Concert.

The UK’s most popular classical show back at the Royal Albert Hall!

There is something for everyone in this celebration of musical and cultural traditions from around the world.

The Royal Choral Society on tour to Coburg to perform Vaughan Williams’ choral masterpiece A Sea Symphony.

Royal Choral Society and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performed Vaughan Williams’ choral masterpiece in Winchester Cathedral in a highlight of the 2019 Winchester Festival.

The Royal Choral Society joined the army for two nights at the annual Beating Retreat ceremony!

In a concert to celebrate the 200th birthdays of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the choir was accompanied by the Coburg Philharmonic Orchestra (from Prince Albert’s home town).

The Royal Choral Society has performed Handel’s Messiah on Good Friday afternoon at the Royal Albert Hall every year since 1876. This annual concert is one of London’s great Easter traditions and the perfect way to spend Good Friday afternoon. 

The Royal Choral Society perform Beethoven’s great choral symphony.

A traditional sing along to festive favourites in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall at Christmas.

The most popular classical music show in the UK returned to the Royal Albert Hall in November 2018.

A concert to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War.

A gala performance of music and reflection to mark the centenary of the last 100 days of the First World War, in the presence of Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

A performance of Handel’s oratorio that raised the roof of Southwark Cathedral during a sweltering heatwave.

The Royal Choral Society swells the ranks at the annual Beating Retreat ceremony!

The Royal Choral Society, the London Mozart Players and a trio of soloists performed two ebullient American musical masterpieces alongside two reflective French classics.

The Royal Choral Society’s 142nd annual Good Friday afternoon performance at the Royal Albert Hall.