St John the Evangelist Church, Taunton

A programme of music loved, written and even hated by John Ruskin; the great critic, artist, writer and thinker born in 1819. Including the Song Cycle "Pearls on Scales" - settings of Ruskin's poems by Andrew Wilson, written for the bicentenary celebrations last year.  A setting by Andrew of Margaret's words completes the circle. Margaret… Read More »St John’s Church Taunton – Lunchtime Concert “Pearls on Scales” Ruskin and Friends with Margaret Aagenson Hughes, soprano and Andrew Wilson, piano

Talented instrumental and vocal soloists and chamber musicians from Taunton School Music Department will provide a wonderful lunchtime of inspiring and uplifting music ranging from the baroque to 20th century. Perfect music to make one feel proud of the future of our country so valiantly and heroically fought for on this anniversary year of VE… Read More »St John’s Church Taunton – Lunchtime Concert to Celebrate VE Day 75th Anniversary

In celebration of The Royal College of Organists "National Organ Day" St John's organ will be available for people to play and hear played throughout the day, There will be a small exhibition of books and literature about the organ and in particular St. John's instrument with videos about organ building and how an organ works.… Read More »St John’s Church Taunton – National Organ Day Event