Event Description

The Armonico Consort, directed by Christopher Monks, presents Carols by Candlelight at Great Malvern Priory

Carols by Candlelight is a concert that captures the warmth and intimacy of the carol services that many of us grew up with: the comfort of familiar favourites, the excitement of discovering new music, and, of course, an essential helping of Rutter. Above all, the aim of this concert is to restore a spiritual and Christian heart to the celebration while keeping the focus firmly on the music itself.

For many audience members, it provides their first experience of exceptional live choral music, often inspiring them to explore our the Armonico Consort’s wider programme of concerts. In 2026, the musicians and singers bring back many favourite carols, alongside some of the commissioned works that have made such a lasting impression over the years. For many in the audience, Carols by Candlelight marks the perfect beginning to their Christmas celebrations.

Programme highlights

Chilcott Shepherd’s Carol
Young Astronomer’s Carol
Grüber Stille Nacht
arr. Humphris The Twelve Days of Christmas
Stopford Lully Lulla
Poston Jesus Christ the Apple Tree
Rutter What Sweeter Music
Roberts Mistletoe
arr. Gritton Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

All areas are wheelchair accessible apart from the Choir/Monk Stalls.

Tickets

Various prices – book via the Malvern Theatres website or box office (but note that this event takes place at Great Malvern Priory)

Tuesday 22 December 2026

7:30pm

Great Malvern Priory

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Location

Great Malvern Priory

WR14 2AY

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Tenbury Wells Country Market

Tenbury Wells Round Market