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A magical music experience awaits at the Thaxted Festival
A range of concerts and events are taking place in the historic surroundings of Thaxted Church this summer.
The Thaxted Festival will see the town’s church host renowned professional musicians and artists who will perform 20 concerts and events over four weekends from Friday 16 June to Sunday 9 July, with the final night’s performance being the ‘Orchestra of the Swan’ with Guy Johnston.
Held in the acoustic, historic and spacious Thaxted Church, festival attendees can enjoy classical orchestral, chamber, soloists and choral music, together with opera, jazz and folk in a relaxed atmosphere. There’s also a family event at Audley End Miniature Railway and a Thaxted Ghost Walk taking place for festival attendees.
As part of the festival, a new Developing Artists Programme – which is supported by the Arts and Cultural Fund – will provide a platform for professional musicians and composers who are beginning a career in the industry. The programme will provide opportunities through the main summer season as well as at concerts and outreach programmes.
A Thaxted Festival spokesperson said: “The festival attracts the very best of British and international musicians. Whether you are attending a single performance, making a weekend of it or packing in the entire season, we guarantee you a timeless musical experience.”
For more information and to purchase tickets visit: www.thaxtedfestival.co.uk