Festival of Early Music at Portsmouth Cathedral: Gabrieli ‘Baroque Masterpieces’

This spring, Gabrieli Roar brings together hundreds of young voices and world-class professionals for an unforgettable concert series.

Touring to Derby, Leeds, Durham, Portsmouth and Bury St Edmunds from January to April 2026, Baroque Masterpieces celebrates the power and beauty of Vivaldi’s Gloria, alongside Purcell’s Bell Anthem and Come Ye Sons of Art.

The performance in Portsmouth Cathedral will bring together 150 young singers with Gabrieli’s acclaimed orchestra and choir, under the direction of Paul McCreesh.

Baroque Masterpieces is part of Gabrieli Roar’s mission to inspire young people through world-class music-making, offering transformative experiences that connect generations and communities.

Progamme:
Purcell – Rejoice in the Lord Alway
Gabrieli only: Purcell – Come Ye Sons of Art
Vivaldi – Gloria
Encore: Bach – BWV 147 Chorale Prelude

Tickets from £10.00-£25.00.

By Portsmouth Cathedral music events.

Read about other events in the festival.