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Record your music at St John’s – A renowned London recording venue

With its stunning acoustics and inspiring atmosphere, St John’s, Upper Norwood is fast becoming one of London’s most sought-after venues for classical and choral recordings.

Record your music at St John’s Upper Norwood—a renowned London recording venue with stunning acoustics, historic architecture, and a peaceful setting.

A Recording Venue Chosen by World-Class Musicians

St John’s has long inspired musicians from across the UK and beyond. Known for its warm, resonant acoustic and beautiful heritage setting, the church has been used by the BBC to broadcast Songs of Praise and Choral Evensong, and is a popular concert venue for local and professional choirs alike.

It is also increasingly chosen as a recording venue by leading ensembles and soloists, including: His Majestys Sagbutts & Cornetts, Florilegium, Robin Blaze, Elin Manahan Thomas, Rachel Podger & Brecon Baroque, Choir of Gonville & Caius College, The Rodolfus Choir…

Acoustics That Elevate Every Note

Our exceptional acoustic creates a rich, immersive sound that has drawn praise from critics and sound engineers alike. A recent Vivaldi recording by Florilegium and Elin Manahan Thomas, captured in surround sound at St John’s, was voted BBC Radio 3’s CD of the Week.

Credit: Matthew Johnson | SANSARA and Fretwork’s recording sessions (Nov. 2023)

“The sound quality… is quite exceptional. The acoustic of the recording location – St John the Evangelist Church, Upper Norwood, London – bathes the instruments in a warm glow, giving them an almost holographic presence and richness.”

In our 125th year, Robert Hollingworth and I Fagiolini chose St John’s for their reconstruction of a 1612 Italian Vespers, including works for seven choirs and period instruments. The results speak for themselves – atmospheric, clear, and deeply resonant.

What artists are saying…

  • "Heart felt thanks to you all for welcoming SLYT to St John's last week for our production of Coram Boy. I couldn't have wished for a more perfect setting for the production - I am still pinching myself! You made us all feel so welcome and I don't think I have seen SLYT more excited and more driven to succeed in performance - the church and your input elevated our efforts! We have received some wonderful feedback."

    Spencer James
    South London Youth Theatre

  • Parent and carer testimonial for PlayTime! | St John's Upper Norwood

    "It is always a delight to play at St John’s but particularly this time, for various reasons – everyone on the staff and the volunteers were so gracious each day I was there, it was so nice to have a refurbished instrument to play and I very much enjoyed the enthusiastic audience.”

    Christopher Herrick
    Organist

  • “Had a wonderful recording project at St John the Evangelist! Look forward to the outcome 🎉 Thank you for having me ✨"

    Cathy Tsang
    Flautist 

Hire St John’s for your next recording project

Whether you're an ensemble, soloist, label, or producer, St John’s offers an exceptional recording environment that brings your music to life. Our team is experienced, flexible, and happy to help make your session a success.