CLASSICAL music lovers are set for a treat next month when Gig Caritas stage their  annual choral concert.

They will be performing the English edited version of St John Passion by Bach at St Thomas Church in Market Street, Stourbridge on Saturday, March 18.

The concert will feature a 60 strong choir accompanied by Stourbridge  Chamber Orchestra under the baton of  renown local conductor Keith Horsfall.

Also appearing will be no less than six professional soloists comprising  of Louise Maguire, Judith Moreland, Nick Drew, Ed Harrison, Philip Bellshaw and Paul Mocroft, who will all be joining forces to present this dramatic work.

The concert marks 12 years since the formation of Gig Caritas who have raised more than £60,000 for local good causes.

This concert's proceeds will go to the Black Country Foodbank.

Tickets for the event cost just £12 and can be obtained at Harris Butchers in Wollaston or visit gigcaritas.net/events