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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
Mon 13 Oct to Weds 12 Nov
An exhibition of new work by Namibian artist Tuli Mekondjo, part of the Art in the Side Chapel series at St James’s.
Sun 23 Nov 7pm
Join your host, Barbara, for an evening of laughter, games, prizes, and festive fun — all in aid of the Christmas for All campaign at St James’s Church, Piccadilly.
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.
The work of St James’s, it costs us £5,000 per day to enable us to keep our doors open to all who 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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Saturday 18 October 6pm
Three to Tango, led by Cuban born flautist Jose Zalba-Smith, brings to life the great works by the legendary Argentinean composer Astor Piazzolla.
Three to Tango
Jose Zalba-Smith, flute
Idlir Shyti, cello
Louisa Lam, piano
Three to Tango brings to life the great works by the legendary Argentinean composer Astor Piazzolla. The Trio is formed by passionate musicians who love tango music and its rich and complex history. Their players, Louisa, Idlir and Jose are in demand as both soloist and chamber music players. Their repertoire also includes traditional tangos by Gardel, Rodriguez and Firpo. Three to Tango regularly performs in concerts, masterclasses, dance workshops, weddings and functions across the UK. More information about the musicians can be found here:
Louisa Lam: www.louisalam.com
Idlir Shyti: www.idlirshyti.com
Jose Zalba-Smith: www.josezalba.com
We are back to St James’s as part of the ARRIBA Latin music day festival! Come and share with us a beautiful Argentinian music programme. An unforgettable evening not to be missed!
Programme:
Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992)
Etude No. 1 Decide for Solo Flute
Etude No. 4 Lento-Meditativo for Solo Flute
Histoire du Tango:
I. Bordel 1900
II. Cafe 1930
III. Nightclub 1960
Las Estaciones Porteñas:
I. Primavera
II. Verano
III. Otoño
IV. Invierno
Traditional Tangos
A festival of Latin American Music
Latin American music comes to St James’s in this 1 day festival covering music from Cuba, Brazil, Argentina and beyond! The festival starts with a trio of free short sessions during the morning and afternoon and ends with 2 ticketed evening concerts. Highlights include intimate Father and Son performances from Javier Zalba (former member of Buena Vista Social Club, Irakere & Afro Cuban All Stars) and his son Jose Zalba-Smith (Cuban born flautist & pianist). Featuring performances from Latin Bridge, Three to Tango and Tradicional Cubano this is a day of music that you really shouldn’t miss.
