The Oxford Spezzati Soloists and Orchestra was formed in 2002 by Nicholas Mumby and Henry Capper-Allen. It is a chamber orchestra and choir whose membership comprises a number of talented young musicians, many of whom are beginning their professional musical careers. Members of the choir and orchestra perform both as part of the ensemble and as soloists.
The Oxford Spezzati has performed widely in both Oxford and London, as well as singing evensong in Manchester Cathedral, Worcester Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. The concert repertoire has focused heavily on the music of J.S. Bach – including performances of the St Matthew Passion, Mass in B minor, Christmas Oratorio and Magnificat – and more recently also incorporating works by English composers, including Vaughan Williams, Elgar and Finzi. In 2010 it staged its first solely orchestral concert, featuring Vaughan Williams’ Symphony no. 5 and Elgar’s Introduction and Allegro.
The summer of 2008 saw the Oxford Spezzati travel to Switzerland for its first European tour. It performed three concerts, including a performance of Bach’s Mass in B minor as part of the Lausanne Summer Festival. A tour to Lyon is planned for September 2011.
Support
The Oxford Spezzati is funded by concert proceeds and generous individual donations. The support of friends and benefactors is greatly appreciated and is vital to its continued success. If you are interested in supporting in any way, please contact us for more details.
To become a Friend of the Oxford Spezzati, or to make a donation, please complete the supporter’s form and return it to the address provided.
Contact
To contact us, please email enquiries@spezzati.com or telephone 07973 655489.
