Town Hall

Ex Cathedra 2025/26: The Sun King's Favourite

15 Feb 2026

Sunday 4:00pm

£21-£48 inc. per ticket commission

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Artists

Ex Cathedra Choir & Baroque Orchestra

Jeffrey Skidmore Conductor

Programme

Lalande De profundis clamavi

Lalande La grande pièce royale

Lalande Cantate Domino

Corelli Concerto grosso Op.6 no.8

About Ex Cathedra 2025/26: The Sun King's Favourite

Age Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult 18+

Running time Apr 2 hours

In the dazzling court of Louis XIV, music was an essential part of daily life - and for over 30 years one man was at its heart. In this special concert, we celebrate the 300th anniversary of Michel-Richard de Lalande, beloved by the Sun King, with three sensational pieces. From the heart-stopping tenderness of De profundis (Out of the depths) to the elegance of music ‘frequently demanded’ for royal suppers, we absolutely adore it - and you will too!

Lalande’s music remained popular in Paris for decades after his death, performed far more than any other composer in the pioneering 'Concert Spirituel' series (1725-90). Come and find out why.

'A revelation' BBC Music Magazine

Ex Cathedra is a B:Music Associate Artist.

See the full Ex Cathedra 2025/26 Season

Booking Info

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Running Times

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