Welcome to the home of music at the Church of the Sacred Heart in the heart of Wimbledon where a rich tradition of music has flourished since 1887!
Our parish is blessed with a blend of professional and amateur musicians who share their talents to enhance the liturgy and worship, and engage the wider community through diverse musical offerings. In these pages you will find details about the musical life of our parish, including music for Masses and other services and details about upcoming concerts. If you are getting married in the Sacred Heart, there is a section on how to make wedding music arrangements for your special day.
Our historic 1912 JW Walker & Sons organ, a rare and unaltered masterpiece from its era, stands as a testament to our commitment to musical excellence. This magnificent instrument not only supports our worship but also serves as a centrepiece for concerts and recitals, captivating audiences with its rich palette of tones. A recent restoration has preserved its original character, ensuring that it continues to inspire both performers and listeners alike.
At the heart of our musical tradition is the Sacred Heart Choir, a dedicated ensemble that leads the congregation in liturgical music during the Sunday 12pm Mass, feasts and Holydays. This volunteer choir, comprising both seasoned professionals and passionate amateurs, brings a dynamic range of choral works to our liturgies, enriching and enhancing the spiritual experience for all who attend. There is also the 10:00am Family Mass led by a professional Cantor and instrumentalists as well as a 5:00pm Mass featuring contemporary and traditional worship music. Visit our Music at the Sacred Heart page to learn more!
Beyond our regular services, the Sacred Heart Chorus and Orchestra made up of members of the choir, the parish and the surrounding community come together each spring to prepare for a grand concert in June. This annual event showcases monumental works from the choral and orchestral repertoire, featuring exceptional soloists and a full orchestra. Past performances have included masterpieces such as Bach’s B minor Mass, Elgar’s Dream of Gerontius, Requiems by Verdi, Brahms and Mozart, Bruckner’s Te Deum and Poulenc’s Gloria amongst others. These concerts not only provide an exciting opportunity to share the gift of music but also support charitable causes, reflecting our mission to serve both the arts and the community.
An Evening with Haydn (14th June 2025)
The concert was a great occasion, and we would like to thank all those who participated or were part of a large audience, who gave a standing ovation to acknowledge the tremendous work that the chorus, orchestra and soloists put into all the works performed. We will publish the final amount raised for Shooting Stars Children’s Hospices as soon as we can, and we are sure that Joseph Haydn was smiling down on us!
Join our mailing list (concerts@sacredheartmusic.co.uk) or follow us on Facebook to stay updated on upcoming concerts, events, and musical opportunities within our parish community. Together, let’s continue to celebrate and share the gift of music.
Music at our Weekly Masses
Saturday Mass 6:30pm: Vigil Mass has hymns with piano and Cantor on alternate weeks.
Sunday Masses:
– 10am: Family Mass led by a professional Cantor and often includes a children’s choir with piano and instrumental accompaniment.
– 12pm: sung Mass led by the Sacred Heart Choir and organ. The first Sunday of the month is Missa Cantare (sung Latin Mass), and all other Sundays are English Masses.
– 5pm: traditional and contemporary worship music led by the 5:00 choir with instrumental accompaniment.