St James’ International Organ Festival

St James’ King Street: Jeremiah Stephenson & David Elton

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Described as one of the most virtuosic young organists of his generation, Jeremiah Stephenson (St Paul's Cathedral, London) has captivated audiences around the world with his dazzling technique and expressive interpretations. Critics have praised his performances for their "astonishing accuracy and brilliant virtuosity" and creating a "real warmth of feeling...due…

The Class of ‘85

Bach Akademie Australia: The Class of ‘85

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Following their critically acclaimed debut national tour, Bach Akademie Australia presents The Class of ’85, a celebration of three titans of the Baroque featuring two of Australia’s finest home-grown artists, mezzo-soprano Hannah Fraser and soprano Susannah Lawergren. In a special performance at St James’ Church King Street (May 30th), Australia’s…

Opera Australia: Opera Australia at St James’ Church

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Experience one of the greatest choral works ever written in a concert performance at Sydney’s historic St James’ Church. Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem is a transformative, meditative musical experience. Completed in 1947 and drawing on the traditional Gregorian Mass for the Dead, Duruflé’s Requiem will make your heart soar. From the…

The Parish Church of St James’ King Street: Martin Baker

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Born in Manchester in 1967, Martin Baker studied at the Royal Northern College of Music Junior School, Chetham’s School of Music and Downing College, Cambridge, then held positions at London’s Westminster and St Paul’s Cathedrals and Westminster Abbey before returning to Westminster Cathedral in 2000 as Master of Music, where…

The Parish Church of St James’ King Street: Martin Baker

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Born in Manchester in 1967, Martin Baker studied at the Royal Northern College of Music Junior School, Chetham’s School of Music and Downing College, Cambridge, then held positions at London’s Westminster and St Paul’s Cathedrals and Westminster Abbey before returning to Westminster Cathedral in 2000 as Master of Music, where…

The Parish Church of St James’ King Street: The Phantom of the Opera with Live Organ Improvisation

St James Church, Sydney 173 King St, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Experience the magic of silent cinema like never before! Join us for a thrilling screening of The Phantom of the Opera (1925), accompanied by world-renowned organist Martin Baker, who will improvise a stunning live score on our brand-new pipe organ. This is a rare opportunity to witness a cinematic masterpiece…