With great sadness, we announce the closure of the music programme at SJE Arts from 30 June 2025 (with the exception of a few longstanding bookings in July). This is a decision made by the Board of Trustees of St Stephen’s House, the college that owns the church.

Michèle Smith and her SJE Arts team would like to thank our audiences and the individuals, ensembles, choirs, orchestras, festivals and promoters who have made music in SJE Arts. We sincerely hope that they will find new homes and continue to thrive.

SJE Arts International Piano Series will be moving to St John’s College, which has generously offered the use of their purpose-built auditorium. For more details please see the SJE Arts International Piano Series page.

Upcoming Events

Name: Akiko Ebi – Oxford Piano Festival
Start: 2025-08-02T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2025-08-02T21:30:00+01:00
Location: SJE Arts

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Thu 31 July 19:30 - 21:30

Andrey Gugnin – Oxford Piano Festival

Gugnin delves into the rich emotional depths and fiery brilliance of Russia’s musical heritage.

SJE Arts, St John the Evangelist church, 109A Iffley Road
Oxford, OX4 1EH

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Sat 2 August 19:30 - 21:30

Akiko Ebi – Oxford Piano Festival

Fauré, Ravel and Chopin's 24 Préludes.

SJE Arts, St John the Evangelist church, 109A Iffley Road
Oxford, OX4 1EH

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What They Say ...

SJE is a fantastic place to record. It has a lovely acoustic that works well for lots of different ensembles and music styles. I can’t recommend the venue highly enough.

Dave Rowell recording engineer

One of my favourite music venues in Oxford, loved by many others. There is something really special about this place.

Maki Sekiya classical pianist

The SJE Arts International Piano Series is one of the jewels in the crown of Oxford life.