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We offer daily services and a cultural programme of talks, events and concerts. We seek to be a welcoming space for people to reflect, create and debate
We’re marking Black History Month with a very special concert series, offering a curated journey across genres, from classical and Latin music to spoken word.
Tuesday 27 October 7pm
World renowned choir The Sixteen perform some of the finest choral music of the Portuguese and English Renaissance.
St James’s hosts inclusive services and a cultural programme. We seek to be a welcoming space for people to reflect, create and debate.
St James’s is a place to explore, reflect, pray, and support all who are in need. We are a Church of England parish in the Anglican Communion.
We host a year-round creative programme encompassing music, visual art and spoken word.
We offer hospitality to people going through homelessness and speak out on issues of injustice, especially concerning refugees, asylum, racial justice, and LGBTQ+ issues.
St James’s strives to advocate for earth justice and to develop deeper connections with nature.
We aim to be a place where you can belong. We have a unique history, and the beauty of our building is widely known. Our community commits to faith in action: social and environmental justice; creativity. and the arts
We strive to be a Eucharist-centred, diverse and inclusive Christian community promoting life in abundance, wellbeing and dignity for all.
St James’s Piccadilly has been at the heart of its community since 1684. We invite you to play your part in securing this historic place for generations to come.
It costs £5,000 each day to keep the doors of St James’s open to all who already need us.
A reimagined St James’s realised. A redesigned garden, courtyard and new building capacity—all fully accessible— will provide beautiful spaces for all as well as improving our environmental performance.
Whether shooting a blockbuster TV series or creating a unique corporate event, every hire at St James’s helps our works within the community.
St James's Church 197 Piccadilly London W1J 9LL
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Friday 20 November 1.10pm
The Orion Trio was founded at Trinity Laban in 2025. Here performed at a masterclass with prominent pianist James Baillieu, in masterclass at the Piano Trio Society’s, and in concert at the Polish Hearth Club.
Online streaming
This concert will be streamed live on our YouTube channel at 1:10pm.
Support our Creative Programme
Whether £5 or any amount you’re able to give. Donations can be made in cash in the basket on your way out, or by tap donation at the machines at our exits. Your generosity helps support our cultural events and charitable services. Thank you.
Free admission | Donations welcome
Programme
Fanny Mendelssohn Piano Trio in D minor, Op. 11 I. Allegro molto vivace II. Andante espressivo III. Lied. Allegretto IV. Finale. Allegro moderato
Debussy Piano Trio in G major L.5 I. Andantino con moto allegro II. Scherzo – Intermezzo. Moderato con allegro III. Andante espressivo IV. Finale. Appassionato
Artist Bio
Orion Piano Trio Alexander Lukov piano Christina Schuetz violin Sophie Baxter cello
Violinist Christina Schuetz completed an Artist Diploma, studying with Matthew Denton and Roman Mints. Trinity Laban previously awarded her a Professional Diploma with distinction in summer 2025. She has participated in the Lunigiana International Music Festival, the New Lights Contemporary Music Festival and various competitions at Trinity Laban. Previously, Christina was a solicitor in a City law firm.
Cellist Sophie Baxter in an MMus graduate of Trinity Laban, where she studied with David Cohen and Sally Pendlebury. Previously, she read music at Durham University. She has a PGCE in group instrumental teaching from the London based charity ‘Music Masters’. She has been mentored by the London Symphony Orchestra and the orchestra of the Royal Opera House. She worked as a graduate assistant at Wells Cathedral School and the Purcell School.
Alex Lukov completed a Master’s in Collaborative Piano, studying with Andrew Matthews-Owen, and working with string players and singers. He is a multi-instrumentalist, with advanced guitar and violin skills. Alex previously completed an undergraduate degree in astrophysics at University College London.
Presented in association with Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
