Spring Concert 2026
7:30pm, Sat, 14 Mar 2026
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Type of event: Concert Start time: 7:30pm End time: 9:30pm Venue: Dorchester Abbey, High St, Dorchester, Wallingford, OX10 7HH See map below Description: Full Programme
Anita D’Attellis and Richard Pearce (piano)
Schubert: Allegro in A minor (Lebensstürme)
Anastasia Bevan (soprano), Anita D’Attellis (piano)
Strauss: Wiegenlied
Brahms: Von ewiger liebe
Schubert: Nachtviolen
Strauss: Cäcilie
Interval
Benson Choral Society, Anastasia Bevan (Soprano), Ben Bevan (Baritone), Anita D’Attellis and Richard Pearce (Piano duet)
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem
Programme Notes
Experience with Benson Choral Society one of the most powerful and moving choral works ever written: Johannes Brahms's Ein Deutsches Requiem.
Unlike traditional Latin requiems, Brahms created a 'human requiem' to comfort the living. Driven by the grief of losing his mother and his mentor Robert Schumann, Brahms meticulously selected German biblical texts to offer a universal message of hope, peace, and shared humanity.
This monumental work, Brahms's longest composition, stands apart for its deep emotional resonance, rich romantic melodies, and exquisite choral writing. The music offers us a journey from anxiety and sorrow to ultimate consolation and peace.
We will be performing the original version for piano duet, created by Brahms himself.
Join us for a performance of this timeless masterpiece and Brahms's vision of comfort at Dorchester Abbey on Saturday 14th March at 7.30pm. Tickets can be purchased online at this link and by clicking the image below. Seats: £20 reserved, £17 unreserved.
Dorchester on Thames Off-road Event Parking Areas
Car Park 1 - Abbey View
Henley Road, Dorchester on Thames, OX10 7JW
The Abbey is a 5-10 minute walk from Abbey View
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Car Park 2 - Recreation Ground
Drayton Road, Dorchester on Thames, OX10 7PJ
The Abbey is a 10-15 minute walk from the Recreation Ground
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Signage will be displayed if a car park is unusable and will point to alternatives.
Abingdon Road, High Street and Henley Road are the bus route through the village and must be kept clear at all times so that buses can pass. Please do not park your vehicle anywhere where it may prevent the passage of emergency vehicles. Vehicles must not park on double yellow or white lines, especially on the corners and bridge area.
The Abbey has three disabled parking spaces within the grounds which must be booked in advance at admin@dorchester-abbey.org.uk or by calling 01865 340007. In addition there are two disabled spaces in the public car park at Bridge End and two on the High Street. These are available on a first-come, first served basis.
