Sarah Jeffery
‘Zadok the Priest’ for Recorder Orchestra
Workshop
Level: mixed
Instrumentation: SAT AATBGb AATTBB
Parts provided at the workshop
Celebrate this majestic composition’s (almost) 300th birthday in a rousing arrangement for recorder orchestra conducted by Sarah Jeffery. Zadok the Priest was an anthem composed by Handel in 1727 for the coronation of King George II. It is exemplified by rich harmonies and a royal-sounding chorus soaring on top. Join the orchestra and experience this exquisite music for yourself!
Instrumentation: SAT AATBGb AATTBB
Parts provided at the workshop
Celebrate this majestic composition’s (almost) 300th birthday in a rousing arrangement for recorder orchestra conducted by Sarah Jeffery. Zadok the Priest was an anthem composed by Handel in 1727 for the coronation of King George II. It is exemplified by rich harmonies and a royal-sounding chorus soaring on top. Join the orchestra and experience this exquisite music for yourself!
London International Festival of Early Music
Sat, 15 Nov 2025
Blackheath Halls
3:00pm
£10, or included with the Day and Festival Pass (for passes, email eli@lifem.org to reserve the workshop space)
Full Event Details
Level: mixed
Instrumentation: SAT AATBGb AATTBB
Parts provided at the workshop
Celebrate this majestic composition’s (almost) 300th birthday in a rousing arrangement for recorder orchestra conducted by Sarah Jeffery. Zadok the Priest was an anthem composed by Handel in 1727 for the coronation of King George II. It is exemplified by rich harmonies and a royal-sounding chorus soaring on top. Join the orchestra and experience this exquisite music for yourself!
Venue Details & Map
Location
Blackheath Halls
23 Lee Rd, Blackheath, London, SE3 9RQ
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