# Event Details

- **Event Name**: A Classical Christmas
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+11:00)
- **Event Description**: It’s not often you get the chance to hear a new piece of Christmas music. We co-commissioned Sir James MacMillan’s Christmas Oratorio, and this Scottish composer will conduct selections from his piece in the spirit of the season. He will also lead the serene voices of the Choir of Trinity College through his other Christmas-themed composition O radiant dawn, alongside selections from Bach’s joyous Christmas Oratorio.

In this program imbued with ancient and modern cultures, Berlioz’s spiritually themed L’adieu des bergers shares the story of a shepherd’s farewell. Respighi’s Botticelli Triptych uses the colours of orchestral instruments to depict the striking Renaissance painting of Venus emerging from her shell, among two other Italian artworks. The concert concludes with the ecstatic ‘Hallelujah’ chorus from Handel’s Messiah. If this leaves you in a festive mood, you can also hear the full oratorio this December when MacMillan leads an all-Australian cast of outstanding solo voices.

Program
MacMillan Christmas Oratorio (selections)
Bach Christmas Oratorio (selections)
MacMillan O radiant dawn
Respighi Botticelli Triptych
Berlioz L'enfance du Christ: L'adieu des bergers
Handel Messiah: Hallelujah Chorus

Featuring
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Sir James MacMillan conductor
Choir of Trinity College Melbourne

Want to learn more about the music being performed? Arrive early for an informative and entertaining pre-concert talk.
28 November at 1:15pm
Hamer Hall Stalls Foyer
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/a-classical-christmas/200030280235443
- **Event Categories**: christmas, music, entertainment, concerts, art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 12

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Melbourne
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall, St Kilda Road level, Southbank, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3006
- **lat**: -37.82223
- **long**: 144.96866
- **full address**: Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall, St Kilda Road level, Southbank, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3006, Ngv International, 130-200 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia, Melbourne

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is A Classical Christmas being held?
  - **A:** A Classical Christmas takes place on Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall, St Kilda Road level, Southbank, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3006, Ngv International, 130-200 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia, Melbourne.
- **Q**: Who is organizing A Classical Christmas?
  - **A:** A Classical Christmas is organized by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
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  - **A:** Attendees have given Melbourne Symphony Orchestra a rating of 4.43/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has 208+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** A Classical Christmas is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If A Classical Christmas sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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