MUSIC lovers in Salisbury are in for a treat as a spectacular Easter concert promises to fill one of the city’s most iconic landmarks with the sound of Baroque brilliance.

On Saturday, May 9, Salisbury Cathedral will host a special performance by its renowned Cathedral Choir, bringing together festive trumpets, expressive melodies and dramatic storytelling in a celebration of the Easter season.

The programme features two of Johann Sebastian Bach’s powerful sacred works – the Easter Oratorio and Ascension Oratorio – alongside the much-loved Air on the G String, one of the most recognisable pieces of classical music ever written.

The Cathedral Choir, led by director of music David Halls, will be joined by Florilegium, an internationally acclaimed ensemble known for its vibrant and historically informed performances.

The Easter Oratorio brings the story of the Resurrection to life through vivid musical dialogue between biblical figures, while the Ascension Oratorio completes Bach’s great cycle of festival works, blending scripture and poetry in a richly symbolic and uplifting composition.

Adding to the evening’s appeal is Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major, featuring the famous Air, later arranged as the Air on the G String – a piece celebrated for its flowing melody and timeless beauty.

David said: “It will be a joy to present a programme dedicated to my favourite composer, J. S. Bach. This is exactly the kind of music I love introducing to young people, and our young singers bring it to life with such skill and sincerity. It is a real privilege to conduct them.”

The concert forms part of the cathedral’s ongoing Easter celebrations, which continue until mid-May, and offers audiences a chance to experience world-class music in a truly breathtaking setting.

Tickets are now on sale, with proceeds supporting the Cathedral’s Choral Foundation, helping to nurture the next generation of musicians.

For those looking to experience something uplifting this spring, the concert promises an unforgettable evening of music, history and atmosphere in the heart of Salisbury.

Further information can be found at www.salisburycathedral.org.uk