Illustration of carolers with songbooks and lanterns on church steps in the snow (John Rutter's Christmas Music by Candlelight)
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John Rutter's Christmas Music by Candlelight

The concert features carols and choral arrangements by Sir John Rutter, including original works such as 'The Shepherd's Pipe Carol' and 'All bells in paradise', alongside classics like 'O holy night' and 'Silent night'. Music is performed by The L’Inviti Singers with organist Richard Pinel, directed by David Guest. The performance runs continuously without an interval.

Wed, Dec 9, 2026 under_16_with_guardian

Location

St Mary le Strand = Women's Royal Navy Service Church · Strand, London, WC2R 1ES Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Fans of choral christmas music and families with older children

Vibe

Choral and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve a seat through the Eventbrite listing before travelling, as the event provides an online reservation option.
  • Allow about 70 minutes for the performance, which runs continuously without an interval.
  • If you are bringing anyone under 16, make sure they attend with a guardian.
  • Look out for both Rutter’s original compositions and arrangements of familiar carols in the programme.

Links & Contact

Run by L'Inviti Music Management

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Frequently Asked Questions

What music is included in the programme?

The concert pairs John Rutter’s original works, including “The Shepherd’s Pipe Carol” and “All bells in paradise,” with arrangements of carols such as “O holy night,” “Joy to the world” and “Silent night.”

Who performs the concert?

The L’Inviti Singers perform with organist Richard Pinel, under the direction of David Guest.

How long does the performance last, and is there an interval?

It lasts about 70 minutes and has no interval.

Can children attend?

Under-16s must attend with a guardian.

How can I reserve a seat?

Seats can be reserved through the Eventbrite event listing.

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