A Day of Music, Connection & Timeless Beauty at The Royal Foundation of St Katharine
- estheraustinglobal
- Oct 1, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 2, 2025
On Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, The Chelsea Collective and Datehouse will host a day designed to soothe the spirit, awaken the senses, and celebrate the magic of live performance.
The Court of the Royal Foundation of St Katharine announced in 2019 that Her Majesty The Queen, as Patron, appointed the Venerable Roger Preece as Master, succeeding the Reverend Mark Aitken after seven years of dedicated service.
Since then, Roger has brought vision, energy, and a zest for life to the Foundation. This Day of Music, Connection & Timeless Beauty at The Royal Foundation he is not only helping to spearhead this initiative in partnership with The Chelsea Collective and Datehouse, but also shaping it with a heartfelt commitment to community, unity, and transformation.
Music: A Journey Through Peace and Passion
The day will open with the Brahms Piano Trio No. 1, a chamber music masterpiece known for its tenderness and intensity. The performance, offered through the Brahms Club, invites both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers to discover the timeless beauty of Brahms in an intimate setting.
Oscar Castellino Daniella Sicari Gavin Roberts
The afternoon will then unfold into a program of exceptional performances:
✨ El Godfather’s Classico – a concert weaving together opera, stage, and screen classics.
✨ Soprano Daniella Sicari and Baritone Oscar Castellino—the latter hailed by BBC News as “a rising star in the opera world.”
✨ Pianist Gavin Roberts, delivering lyrical brilliance.
✨ The release of Zahra Palmer’s new acoustic song, performed with blind guitarist LewisMC, whose artistry transcends boundaries.
This will be more than a concert it will be a celebration of peace, beauty, and human connection through music. Music has no boundaries, the many genres all speak in their own way to the human heart and soul in so many ways, on so many different levels and then you add the touch of human interaction, of coming together to celebrate, and communing together to eat good food, indulge in fine wine and here you have a wonderful cacophony and melody of life.
A Feast for the Senses
Guests will also be invited to enjoy a series of culinary experiences woven into the day:
🥂 Two-Course Sunday Lunch at 12:00 PM (£25 – book via OpenTable)
🍰 Afternoon Tea at 4:00 PM (£25 – a refined interlude of teas, scones, and sweet delicacies)
🍷 Wine Tasting Experience at 6:30 PM (£20 add-on, hosted by wine expert Paul with insights from his new book; limited to 12–15 guests)
Between performances and conversations, these culinary moments will offer guests the chance to connect, relax, and absorb the ambiance of the historic venue.
Event Flow at a Glance
12:00 PM – Optional Two-Course Lunch (£25 – pre-booking required)
2:00 PM – Brahms Piano Trio No. 1 (donations welcome)
4:00 PM – Afternoon Tea (£25)
5:00 PM – Talks, acoustic performance & guitar solo
5:30 PM – El Godfather’s Classico Concert (Opera, stage & screen classics; £20)
6:15 PM – Prize-Giving Ceremony
6:30 PM – Networking, Wine Tasting (£20 add-on), & Cash Bar
Capacity is limited to 70–80 attendees, ensuring the day remains intimate and personal. Early booking is recommended.
Supporting a Historic Legacy
The event is not only a cultural celebration but also an opportunity to support the Royal Foundation of St Katharine’s charitable work, which has served the community for centuries.
💛 Donations can be made directly via The Royal Foundation of St Katharine.
A Day to Remember
This November, The Chelsea Collective, Datehouse, and the Royal Foundation of St Katharine, under the leadership of The Venerable Roger Preece, invite guests to immerse themselves in a day of timeless music, soulful artistry, fine dining, and meaningful connection—all in support of one of London’s most historic and cherished institutions.
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Article written by Esther Austin, Journalist Contact: esther@estheraustinglobal.biz
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