Sunday 1 November 2026, 3.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Good availability
Songs of the Sea
Presented by Saffron Hall
A vocal recital with a twist.
By blending poetry and song, Padmore and Williams explore the lure of the ocean and its ever-changing moods, forever an inspiration for some of the greatest writers and composers. From coastline to the deeps, there are tales of voyages and sea battles, mythical creatures and mariners; this is a beautifully crafted sequence from two of this country’s finest and most imaginative exponents of the song recital.
The land may vary more;
But wherever the truth may be—
The water comes ashore,
And the people look at the sea.
Robert Frost, Neither Out Far Nor in Deep
'If only all concerts had this elegance and variety of construction [...] it scotched any narrow idea of an island race and embraced wider horizons.' The Observer on Songs of the Sea
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This Concert is made possible by a Foundation Member
Performance information
Running time
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.
Booking information
Discounts
Please note that in the event of an emergency, the Saffron Hall balcony lift will not operate. If you require the lift to access your seat and are unable to use the stairs, we recommend booking seats in the lower lever seating to ensure all our customers are able to exit the building safely.
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Programme and performers
Programme
- Including music by Schubert, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Haydn, Faure, Britten, Tippett and Elgar and poetry by Frost, Taylor Coleridge, Tennyson, Dickinson, Hardy, Kipling and Rossetti
Performers
- Mark Padmore tenor
- Roderick Williams baritone
- Christopher Glynn piano
- Rory Kinnear* reader
- *subject to availability
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Information for your visit
Sunday 1 November 2026, 3.30pm
Schedule
All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.
Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.
When to arrive
2.30pm - 3.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.
Foyer opens
2.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.
Auditorium opens
3pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.
Show starts
3.30pm
Interval
Interval (20 mins)
Show ends
5.45pm (approx)
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.
Location
Saffron Hall
Transport
Shuttle bus
Additional information
Cloakroom
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