About
What to expect
The concert recreates the firelit atmosphere of traditional winter spinning circles, where women and young girls gathered to spin, weave and embroider.
- Radiant folk song arrangements
- Sacred Orthodox pieces
- Rachmaninov and Janáček classics
- Songs in many languages, including Yiddish
- A few surprise solo performances
- Refreshments on sale in the interval
Questions
When does Spinning Song: Slavic Voices in Concert start and end?
Spinning Song: Slavic Voices in Concert runs Saturday, 28 November 2026, 18:30.
Where is Spinning Song: Slavic Voices in Concert?
Spinning Song: Slavic Voices in Concert takes place at St John The Baptist Church, Wood Street, London.
How much are tickets for Spinning Song: Slavic Voices in Concert?
Tickets for Spinning Song: Slavic Voices in Concert cost £5.50 on the official ticket shop.
What will the choir sing?
The programme mixes folk song arrangements with sacred Orthodox pieces and classics by Rachmaninov and Janáček.
A few surprise solo performances are also included.
Which languages does the choir sing in?
Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Czech, Serbian, Croatian, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Belorussian, Bosnian and Yiddish.
Are refreshments available?
Yes. Refreshments will be on sale during the interval from the St. John the Baptist Church team.
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Getting there
St John The Baptist Church, Wood Street, EN5 4BW London, England, GB
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