Harpenden Choral Society will perform Bach's Mass in B Minor for their opening concert of the season.

The concert will take place at 7.30pm on Saturday, November 16 at High Street Methodist Church in Harpenden.

Conducted by the choir's musical director John Andrews, the concert will feature soprano soloists Lucy Farrimond and Susanna Fairbairn, alto Olivia Ray, tenor Robert Forrest and bass Tim Nelson, with accompaniment from the King's Sinfonietta Orchestra.

Tickets are £20 for adults and £10 for children and students.

They are available at Creature Comforts in Marlborough Park, from Thompsons Close Café, by emailing tickets@harpendenchoralsociety.org or online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/harpendenchoralsociety.

Bach's Mass in B Minor is often hailed as one of the greatest musical achievements of all time.

Written towards the end of his life, the mass incorporates a wide range of musical styles, and is rooted in the Catholic Mass.

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A spokesperson for the society said: "Bach creates a rich and varied listening experience which is a testament to the power of music to inspire and uplift."

Harpenden Choral Society was formed in 1975, and sings works from all periods.

The society currently has around 75 members, led by John Andrews with Vivien Powles as rehearsal accompanist.