Spectacular concerts in St Paul's Cathedral!

Royal Melbourne Philharmonic (RMP) presents its ever-popular “Carols in the Cathedral” – Melbourne’s premier concerts of traditional Christmas music, carols, and readings, in the stunning setting of St Paul’s Cathedral. A magnificent feast of spectacular fanfares and carols, and glorious Christmas music and verse, performed by massed choirs, superb soloists and majestic brass and percussion.

This year music will include a feast of spectacular works by composers from around the world, including ever-popular classics such as “O Come All Ye Faithful”, “Once in Royal David’s City”, “Joy to the World”, and many more, as well as beautiful works by composers including Gustav von Holst, Harold Darke, Dan Forrest, Philip Stopford, William G. James, John Rutter, Peter Cornelius and more!

Featuring the angelic voices of special guest performers the National Boys Choir of Australia, and coloratura soprano Anna Voshege, direct from Vienna. A Christmas event not to be missed.

Celebrate the season in style and book your tickets now.

Early booking advised, as these concerts are very popular and often sell out early! 

Andrew Wailes, conductor 

Anna Voshege soprano

Stefan Cassomenos, pianoforte

Andrew Bainbridge organ

Jacinta Dennett harp

Roland Rocchiccioli reader

Julie Houghton reader

The National Boys Choir of Australia

Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Choir

Melbourne University Choral Society

RMP Orchestra soloists

RMP Brass and Percussion Consort

City of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band