Northern Irish tenor, Michael Bell is joined by pianist George Ireland to make his Festival debut in a recital of English song, to include Vaughan Williams' much-loved 'Songs of Travel' cycle (to Robert Louis Stevenson's poetry) and 'Winter Words', Britten’s stunning setting of poems by W.H. Auden.
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With their 40th anniversary on the horizon, the acclaimed and pioneering viol consort Fretwork bring their typically eclectic Take Five programme to our Chamber Weekend, featuring works by J.S. Bach, Tye, Weelkes and Purcell, alongside Kate Bush, Michael Nyman and Dave Brubeck!
One of the UK's brightest French horn talents, Zoë Tweed studied at the Royal Academy of Music and has recently taken up a position as 3rd Horn with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. She appears today with thanks to the Countess of Munster Trust Recital Scheme to play works by York Bowen and Piazzolla, accompanied by pianist Julian Chan.
*Please note the start time 3pm differs to that previously advertised*
Having started their first adventure together at the Paddington Station, the Paddington Trio won First Prize in the 70th Royal Over-Seas League Competition for Strings & Piano Ensemble. One of the most exciting chamber ensembles of their generation, the Trio has been recognized in international competitions and live performances for their fresh interpretations and exuberant energy. Their Lichfield programme features Haydn and Mendelssohn 'Trio No. 1 in D minor'.
Beethoven/Vienna competition prize-winner, pianist Leon McCawley, returns to our Chamber Weekend after his wonderful debut in 2022 to close four days of music with works by Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Rachmaninov, Liszt's arrangement of J.S. Bach 'Organ Prelude and Fugue in A minor', and Schumann Sonata 'No. 2 in G minor'
The Paddington Trio are one of the most exciting ensembles of their generation, recognized for their fresh interpretations and exuberant energy. As did the famous bear, Finnish violinist Tuulia Hero, Irish cellist Patrick Moriarty and American pianist Stephanie Tang have made London their home. Forming less than 5 years ago, they have already won
Born Catherine Raftor in 1711, actress, soprano, and London stage star Mrs. Clive negotiated the raucous, fast-moving, and sometimes unforgiving London theatre world with intelligence and grace. Rising stars Apollo’s Cabinet are a Baroque ensemble whose immersive performances include song, music and narration. Featuring music by Handel, Thomas Arne and Geminiani, this semi-staged performance
In a performance featuring music by Tartini, JS Bach and Hildegard von Bingen, alongside Renaissance consort music and contemporary works, Palisander explore the historic relationship between music and the magical spectrum, including elements of mathematics, philosophy and the occult. A hit at last year’s Festival - and now our Associate Early Music Ensemble -
"You are left with the sensation of being touched to the core by exquisitely played pieces" Songlines Over the last 20 years, Ahmed has established a successful European career, while maintaining strong links from student days in Cuba, and is widely recognised as an ambassador both for the music and musicians of his native
Dubbed ‘the Indiana Jones of Early Music’ (BBC Radio 3), Julian Perkins enjoys a varied career as a solo keyboard player, chamber musician and conductor. In a rare chance to hear a clavichord recital, his programme includes works by J.S. Bach, Pachelbel and C.P.E. Bach. Julian regularly works with most of the UK’s leading period
A 2019 Festival Young Artist, Emily’s career has blossomed and she now has two award-winning albums to her name. Here, Emily plays Mozart Sonatas in E-flat major, K.302 & B-flat major, K. 454, as well as Amy Beach Sonata in A minor, Op. 34. Mozart Sonata for Violin & Piano in B-flat major, K. 454 Price
Our 2024 Gordon Clark Scholar, Angus Webster, is joined by bright young Australian talent, Catherina Lee, and David Waterman (cellist of the renowned Endellion Quartet) for Schubert Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat major. A British conductor and pianist, highlights of Angus' 2024/25 season include debuts conducting the Bergische Symphoniker and the Prague Philharmonia, along
