Lesley-Jane’s concert diary has always exhibited an eclectic mix of engagements, serving to demonstrate her wide-ranging vocal skills and the enormous variety of musical styles she undertakes.
Post lockdown, concert bookings have been fewer (not least as several conductors chose to retire after the pandemic), but her diary still elicits a mixed palette, and she continues to receive favourable reviews:
”Lesley-Jane Rogers’ soaring soprano voice is crystal clear and a perfect vehicle for the lovely songs.”
Steve Arloff, MusicWeb International, September 2024 , reviewing 'Thomas Pitfield - His Friends & Contemporaries' CD
Meanwhile, a foray into her Past Concerts page illustrates not only a fascinating mix of composers, but also the typical demand for “greats”.
Bob Chilcott’s ‘St John Passion’ was originally commissioned by Matthew Owens and premiered at Wells Cathedral. It has now entered the standard canon, and together with Philip Ledger’s ‘The risen Christ’ makes this concert a moving and fitting start to Holy Week.
A recital in memory of Margaret, beloved wife of John Turner. Lesley-Jane will sing songs by Purcell and Thomas Pitfield, and there will also be several new compositions, including Lesley-Jane’s own “Sarabande-Elegy” for Treble Recorder and String Quartet, and fellow local composer Wendy Hiscocks “Dance to the Piper’s Tune” for Descant Recorder and String Quartet.
A recital in memory of Margaret, beloved wife of John Turner. Lesley-Jane will sing songs by Purcell and Thomas Pitfield, and there will also be several new compositions, including Lesley-Jane’s own “Sarabande-Elegy” for Treble Recorder and String Quartet, and fellow local composer Wendy Hiscocks “Dance to the Piper’s Tune” for Descant Recorder and String Quartet.
This engaging recital of baroque songs and cantatas from Handel, Pepusch and Purcell forms part of the recently-inaugurated ‘Music In Oddington’ Concerrt Series.
This all-time great choral work is set to enliven spirits and form part of the universal countdown to Christmas.
A Christmas concert featuring music from across the centuries, including extracts from Handel “Messiah”, Michael Head “The Little Road to Bethlehem”, and Eric Whitacre “Lux Aurumque”, together with the premiere of Lesley-Jane’s “Ave rosa spinis” for choir and string orchestra.
Premiere of new opera by Diana Burrell [concert performance]
with the Ulster Consort and Players conducted by Matthew Owens
Lesley-Jane taking the roles of Narrator, Female Disciple, and Servant Girl
Schubert ‘Ave Maria’, Puccini ‘O mio babbino caro’ and items from , 'My Fair Lady’and ‘Oklahoma!’
This concert is in aid of Water Aid, and is by invitation only.
A concert to celebrate the life of Thomas Pitfield - composer, artist, author - and biography launch
Remembering Anthony Gilbert with new works by Sally Beamish, Robert Saxton, Martin Butler, Kevin Malone, David Blake and others
This glorious “Gloria” presented in all its glory.
The indefatigable John Turner turns 80 this year - but you would never know! He is as lively and energetic as ever. This concert will include songs by Douglas Steele, and Rawsthorne ‘The Streets of Laredo’.
The indefatigable John Turner turns 80 this year - but you would never know! He is as lively and energetic as ever. Concert to include Elis Pehkonen’s hauntingly beautiful dramatic scena ‘The Alabaster Box’, and John Joubert’s ‘Remember’.
A concert of popular favourites, based on the theme of Paradise.
Marking the 80th Birthday of celebrated composer Elis Pehkonen, this concert will include works by Bach, Debussy and Saint-Saëns as well as Elis’s ‘Hymn to the Sun’ and ‘The Alabaster Box’.
A concert of popular favourite solos and choral items as part of the Steyning Festival
This concert, given as part of the Forsyth’s Music Shop recial series, features works by William Alwyn, Douglas Steele, Thomas Pitfield, Nicholas Marshall, John Golland, Robin Stevens, and Peter Hope - all composers published by Forsyths.
As Easter approaches, how fitting to hear this wonderful work.
As Christmas approaches, what better than this wonderful masterpiece to get us in the spirit of things.
As Music Director Charles Matthews undertakes his first concert after a year and a half, how lovely to have two such glorious pieces to sing.
How wonderful that this ever famous choral work can once again be sung and played !
A concert celebrating the 200th anniversary of Emily Brontë, to include the songs ‘Harp’, ‘Sleep’, and ‘Oracle’ by John Joubert.
How exciting to be performing these amazing works again.
Concert to celebrate the 40th birthday of composer Roland Johnson. Please note, this is a private event.
PRIVATE EVENT celebrating the 40th Birthday of composer Roland Johnson
Marking the 80th Birthday of celebrated composer Elis Pehkonen, this concert will include works by Bach, Debussy and Saint-Saens as well as Elis’s ‘Hymn to the Sun’ and ‘The Alabaster Box’.
As 2020 celebrates the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth, this all-Beethoven concert is a fitting tribute to a great composer.
Part of the Heaton Moor concert series, this concert will feature mainly baroque pieces - so lots of Handel and Purcell for you to enjoy!
Two popular favourites in one concert.
One of Haydn’s less-performed but most beautiful works with gorgeous solos and entrancing choruses.
Part of the Hyde Friday lunchtime concert series, this recital will feature mainly baroque pieces - so lots of Handel and Purcell for you to enjoy!
Heralded as one of the most versatile soloists of today, soprano Lesley-Jane Rogers is renowned for her captivating and evocative performances. An established concert soloist, she specialises in oratorio, “vocal concertos”, solo cantatas, recitals and contemporary music, and is praised for her sensitivity and thoughtful interpretation.
“... with celebrated soprano Lesley-Jane Rogers reaching stunning top notes with ease”
“characteristic ... vivid ... beautifully captured here by Lesley-Jane Rogers”
“powerful and moving in Lesley-Jane Rogers’ superb performance”
“The seductive, passionate voice of Lesley-Jane Rogers”
“Lesley-Jane’s performances throughout are excellent”
“A composer’s dream soloist”
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