Reflections Concert, performed by Laurence Perkins

for 45 mins
St Bene't's Church
Bene't Street Cambridge, CB2 3PT, United Kingdom

Reflections is a 45-minute lunchtime concert programme – an inspiring sequence of beautiful unaccompanied melody alongside classic poetry. It is written and performed by bassoonist Laurence Perkins, a Hyperion Records solo artist who is regularly featured on Classic FM, BBC Radio 3 and worldwide radio stations. Covering nearly 1000 years of melodic inspiration, from 13th century Hildegard of Bingen to the present day, the programme also includes music by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert, alongside thoughtful words from Shakespeare, Lord Byron, Walter de la Mare and Wilfred Owen.

All Reflections concerts are given (without performer fee) in support of two outstanding UK organisations who are working tirelessly towards supporting survivors of war and conflict around the world. Both UK-Med and Music Action International are very active in supporting people in Ukraine, Gaza and other war-torn territories, providing medical and humanitarian support for anyone who needs help, regardless of nationality.

Audience members will be invited to donate towards these charities, and 100% of the sums donated will be paid to these organisations, as any essential tour expenses are covered by separate crowdfunding for that specific purpose.

Reflections concerts do not have an interval.
Details may be subject to change.
For further concert details and event updates please check the webpage:
https://laurenceperkins.com/concertsforpeace

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St Bene't's Church

Welcome!  St Bene’t’s is a warm, welcoming community that meets for worship in the oldest building in Cambridge. Prayer and sacrament are at the heart of what we are about. Our main Sunday service is at 10am, and all are welcome. There are daily communion services, and the church is open every day. Visitors from around the world come to learn the history of the church, and to find stillness and peace in the midst of a busy city.

St Bene't's is a multigenerational and engaged community, including a 20s & 30s group, study groups, children's church, environmental and social justice outreach. Regular courses and retreats for theological reflection and spiritual formation are an important part of our community life. 

People come to St Bene’t’s from a range of backgrounds, with different gifts and experiences, and we welcome that and rejoice in the diversity of people God calls to follow him. So we seek to be an inclusive community, and to put into practice St Benedict’s teaching that everyone must be welcomed as Christ himself. 

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Reflections Concert, performed by Laurence Perkins

for 45 mins
St Bene't's Church
Bene't Street Cambridge, CB2 3PT, United Kingdom

Reflections is a 45-minute lunchtime concert programme – an inspiring sequence of beautiful unaccompanied melody alongside classic poetry. It is written and performed by bassoonist Laurence Perkins, a Hyperion Records solo artist who is regularly featured on Classic FM, BBC Radio 3 and worldwide radio stations. Covering nearly 1000 years of melodic inspiration, from 13th century Hildegard of Bingen to the present day, the programme also includes music by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert, alongside thoughtful words from Shakespeare, Lord Byron, Walter de la Mare and Wilfred Owen.

All Reflections concerts are given (without performer fee) in support of two outstanding UK organisations who are working tirelessly towards supporting survivors of war and conflict around the world. Both UK-Med and Music Action International are very active in supporting people in Ukraine, Gaza and other war-torn territories, providing medical and humanitarian support for anyone who needs help, regardless of nationality.

Audience members will be invited to donate towards these charities, and 100% of the sums donated will be paid to these organisations, as any essential tour expenses are covered by separate crowdfunding for that specific purpose.

Reflections concerts do not have an interval.
Details may be subject to change.
For further concert details and event updates please check the webpage:
https://laurenceperkins.com/concertsforpeace

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Safeguarding

"Our parish of St Bene't's is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO) — see our website and the link below.
Our Diocese of Ely’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO (see the link below) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisorr: Rebecca Boswell : 07904 487912 / [email protected] .
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

Safeguarding

St Bene't's Church Charity No. 1139506