Not all orchestras are the same 2009-2010 Season
2009-2010 Season at Southbank Centre
Saturday 5 December 2009
Thursday 4 March 2010
Beethoven Overture, Leonore No. 3 Mozart Symphony No. 40
Beethoven Symphonies 2 & 3
7pm Queen Elizabeth Hall Mozart Deconstructed
Marin Alsop conductor/ presenter
Thursday 15 October 2009
Wednesday 9 December 2009
Haydn Symphonies 94, 100 & 104, Trumpet Concerto
Haydn The Creation
7pm Queen Elizabeth Hall Radical. Genius. Entertainer: Haydn Haydn: the artists choice
Yannick Nézet-Séguin conductor David Blackadder trumpet
Saturday 7 November 2009
‘When the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment is performing you cannot stop the place buzzing. A crowd jostles, bound for musical delight, education and fun. There’s a queue for returns, the crackle of high expectations.’ The Times
7pm Royal Festival Hall Death, Duels and Love Presented in partnership with Opera Rara
7.30pm Royal Festival Hall Radical. Genius. Entertainer: Haydn Haydn’s Creation
Sir Mark Elder conductor Sally Matthews soprano Andrew Kennedy tenor Neal Davies bass Choir of the Enlightenment
Thursday 28 January 2010 7pm Queen Elizabeth Hall Beethoven Symphonies Series
Donizetti Maria di Rohan
Beethoven Symphonies 4 & 7
Sir Mark Elder conductor Cast includes José Bros, Krassimira Stoyanova, Christopher Purves, Brindley Sherratt Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Vladimir Jurowski conductor
Tuesday 24 November 2009
Vivaldi L’Estro Armonico
7.30pm Royal Festival Hall Elgar’s best
Elgar The Dream of Gerontius Jeffrey Skidmore conductor Anna Stéphany mezzo-soprano Adrian Thompson tenor Roderick Williams baritone Ex Cathedra
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Wednesday 17 February 2010 6.15pm and 8.45pm Queen Elizabeth Hall L’estro armonico
Leaders of the OAE
Sunday 28 February 2010
11am and 2pm Purcell Room Beethoven symphonies Study Day
7.30pm Queen Elizabeth Hall Beethoven Symphonies Series
Iván Fischer conductor
Wednesday 10 March 2010 7.30pm Royal Festival Hall Beethoven Symphonies Series
Beethoven Symphonies 1, 8 & 5 Iván Fischer conductor
Friday 9 April 2010
7.30pm Royal Festival Hall Beethoven Symphonies Series Beethoven Symphony No. 9 Sir Charles Mackerras conductor Rebecca Evans soprano Diana Montague mezzo-soprano tenor tbc Christopher Purves bass Philharmonia Chorus
Tuesday 27 April 2010
7pm Queen Elizabeth Hall Vespers Monteverdi 1610 Vespers Robert Howarth director Choir of the Enlightenment
Tuesday 25 May 2010
7pm Queen Elizabeth Hall Beethoven Symphonies Series Beethoven Violin Concerto, Symphony No. 6 Leonidas Kavakos violin/conductor
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Introducing the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment Principal Artists: Iván Fischer Vladimir Jurowski Sir Simon Rattle Emeritus Conductors: Frans Brüggen Sir Charles Mackerras Sir Roger Norrington
We know that when it comes to choosing a concert, there are a lot of other orchestras in London you could go to; and of course a lot of good reasons just to stay at home. So why choose the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment? Well, apart from our rather enticing name we reckon it comes down to three things: Originality, Freshness and Zest. So, Originality: the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) play on original instruments (or copies of them) and play in styles appropriate to the age of the music. So you get to hear what Mozart or Beethoven actually intended (or pretty damn close) rather than a modern version. Freshness: the OAE isn’t a full time Orchestra. We’re not playing 365 days a year and we don’t play Beethoven’s fifth symphony every other month. This means that when we do, we’re really excited and fired up about it. We like to think that this comes across. Lastly, Zest: this is the X factor. We actually love what we do. How often do you see an Orchestra smile on stage? We do. We’re passionate about our music and want you to be too. So there you have it. Originality, Freshness and Zest. The last two make us sound a bit like a gin and tonic. But maybe that’s not such a bad thing. See you in 2009-2010!
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Haydn: the artists’ choice Thursday 15 October 2009 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm
Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Part of Radical. Genius. Entertainer: Haydn
Haydn Symphony No.94 in G, Surprise Haydn Trumpet Concerto in E flat Haydn Symphony No.100 in G, Military Haydn Symphony No.104 in D, London
For this evening’s concert the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment has asked tonight’s conductor and contemporary composers Sally Beamish and Hugh Wood to choose their favourite late-Haydn symphonies for performance. The programme includes two of the composers best-loved pieces, the London symphony and the dazzling Trumpet Concerto, here with OAE Principal Trumpet David Blackadder. The concert is conducted by the acclaimed Yannick Nézet-Séguin, making his OAE debut.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin conductor David Blackadder trumpet
Please note start time. OAE Extras at 5.45pm Queen Elizabeth Hall. Admission Free. Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Hugh Wood and Sally Beamish discuss why they have chosen the pieces in tonight’s concert. Book 2 concerts and save 15%. See page 24. Ticket office: 0871 663 2597 Book online: southbankcentre.co.uk/oae Information: oae.co.uk 4
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Photo: Keith Saunders
Photo: Simon Dodd
Death, Duels & Love Saturday 7 November 2009 Royal Festival Hall, 7pm Death, Duels and Love: all the classic ingredients of a good night at the opera. Maria di Rohan, a tragic melodrama, was one of the last operas that Donizetti wrote – he had notched up an impressive 62 by then. Set during the time of Louis XIII and Cardinal Richelieu it shows him at the height of his expressive powers, powerfully conveying the events and emotions of the opera (which centres around anti-cardinal plots and a lovelorn threesome) to his audience. For this rare performance, presented in partnership with Opera Rara, a stellar cast is led by Sir Mark Elder, bringing with him his customary musical intelligence and wealth of experience in this repertoire. Please note start time. OAE Extras at 5.45pm Royal Festival Hall. Admission Free Sir Mark Elder is joined by Donizetti Expert Roger Parker and OAE Leader Margaret Faultless to discuss the edition of tonight’s opera and what period instruments can bring to the music of Donizetti.
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Elgar’s best Sir Mark Elder
Tuesday 24 November 2009 Royal Festival Hall, 7.30pm
Roderick Williams
Donizetti Maria di Rohan Concert performance, given in partnership with Opera Rara
‘This is the best of me’. These are the words Elgar himself wrote on the score of The Dream of Gerontius, and it would seem unwise to argue with the composer himself. It certainly ranks as one of his most impressive achievements and many say it is his finest. A piece of strong emotions, it follows the journey of a man, Gerontius, as he moves through his final illness and is led to heaven by his guardian angel. Tonight it is realised by a superb cast of soloists and one of England’s finest choirs.
Elgar The Dream of Gerontius
Sir Mark Elder conductor Cast includes José Bros, Krassimira Stoyanova, Christopher Purves and Brindley Sherratt Geoffrey Mitchell Choir For related Insight Club event see page 26 Full libretto available at www.opera-rara.com
Jeffrey Skidmore conductor Anna Stéphany mezzo-soprano Adrian Thompson tenor Roderick Williams baritone Ex Cathedra
OAE Extras at 6.15pm Royal Festival Hall. Admission Free Radio 3 presenter Sara Mohr-Pietch talks to Elgar expert and composer Anthony Payne about The Dream of Gerontius.
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Photo: Grant Leighton
Mozart Deconstructed Saturday 5 December 2009 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm This concert is given in the spirit of Leonard Bernstein’s Discovery concerts. The evening will start with a brief introduction to and performance of the Leonore overture. After this Marin Alsop will explore and introduce each movement of Mozart’s symphony No.40, one of the composer’s most enigmatic and dramatic symphonies, with musical illustrations from the Orchestra. After the interval there is a complete performance of the symphony.
Marin Alsop
Beethoven Overture, Leonore No.3 Mozart Symphony No.40 in G minor Marin Alsop conductor/presenter Part of Southbank Centre’s Bernstein Project
Please note start time. OAE Extras at 5.45pm Venue tbc. Admission Free Marin Alsop introduces a screening of a film showing one of Leonard Bernstein’s discovery concerts.
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Haydn’s Creation Wednesday 9 December 2009 Royal Festival Hall, 7.30pm
Sally Matthews
Part of Radical. Genius. Entertainer: Haydn
Haydn The Creation
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment’s Haydn series is rounded off in style with a performance of what is probably the composer’s most popular piece, The Creation. One of the most vividly descriptive of all pieces of classical music, each aspect of the Creation story is brilliantly brought to life by Haydn’s music – you can really hear the black emptiness before the First Day, the lion leaping and feel the heat of the sun as it rises. Tonight’s concert is conducted by Sir Mark Elder who is joined by a top-drawer cast of soloists.
Sir Mark Elder conductor Sally Matthews soprano Andrew Kennedy tenor Neal Davies bass Choir of the Enlightenment
OAE Extras at 6.15pm Royal Festival Hall. Admission Free Spirit of the Creation. David Stanicliffe, Bishop of Salisbury, discusses the spiritual and religious aspects of The Creation.
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Photo: Roman Gontcharov
Beethoven
Beethoven Symphony Series Like Michaelangelo’s David, the Mona Lisa, or Van Gogh’s Sunflowers, Beethoven’s symphonies are landmarks of European culture. They are surely a ‘must-see’ (or must-hear) on any classical music fans itinerary. But regular classical music goers may have already heard them, perhaps many times, and those new to Beethoven’s music may wonder what in them might speak to them. Well the answer to the regulars is that one of the OAE’s aims is to always do things in a fresh, revealing and unique way. We haven’t performed a complete set of Beethoven’s symphonies for 10 years or more, so this promises to be a rare and special event. The one thing these performances will not be is run-of-the-mill. And how to convince those new to Beethoven’s symphonies? Well there is a reason why these pieces are still performed over 150 years since the composer’s death. They are simply great music and great music can speak to people across the ages.
Thursday 28 January 2010 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm
Vladimir Jurowski
The OAE’s Beethoven Symphony Series gets off to an electrifying start with the underappreciated symphony No.4. It’s hard to understand why – it is one of the most dramatic of all the symphonies, with passages of graceful lyricism contrasted with high octane musicmaking. The seventh symphony is undoubtedly a reflection of the time it was written, during the Napoleonic wars. It’s one of the most popular of all Beethoven symphonies – and was indeed one of the composer’s greatest financial successes!
Beethoven Symphony No. 4 in B flat Beethoven Symphony No. 7 in A Vladimir Jurowski conductor For related Insight Club event see page 26 This concert will be recorded by BBC Radio 3 for future broadcast
Please note start time. OAE Extras at 5.45pm Queen Elizabeth Hall. Admission Free. Beethoven: The recording tradition. BBC Radio 3’s Rob Cowan, discusses the recorded history of Beethoven’s symphonies.
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Beethoven Symphony study day
Harmonic Inspiration Wednesday 17 February 2010 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 6.15pm & 8.45pm Tonight’s pair of concerts enable you to experience the complete L’estro armonico, one of Vivaldi’s most significant achievements. The title means ‘Harmonic inspiration’ which goes some way to expressing what a thrilling collection of music this is. Thrilling, and also impressive, for this music makes huge demands on its performers. The virtuosity of the music makes for an exciting evening, as well as being a superb showcase for the OAE’s four leaders, Alison Bury, Kati Debretzeni, Margaret Faultless and Matthew Truscott. Please note start times. OAE Extras at 7.45pm Queen Elizabeth Hall. Admission Free. A chance to find out more about Vivaldi and L’estro armonico Book 2 concerts and save 15%. See page 24. Ticket office: 0871 663 2597 Book online: southbankcentre.co.uk/oae Information: oae.co.uk 14
Programme One: 6.15pm Vivaldi Concerto for Four Violins in D RV 549 Concerto for Violin in G RV 310 Concerto for Two Violins in A minor RV 522 Concerto for Four Violins in F RV 567 Concerto for Violin in D RV 230 Concerto for Two Violins in G minor RV 578 Programme Two: 8.45pm Vivaldi Concerto for Four Violins in E minor RV 550 Concerto for Violin in A minor RV 356 Concerto for Two Violins in A RV 519 Concerto for Four Violins in B minor RV 580 Concerto for Violin in E RV 265 Concerto for Two Violins in D minor RV 565 Concerts last 1 hour with no interval
Sunday 28 February 2010 Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall, 11am & 2pm This year’s study day ties into our main season focus – Beethoven’s symphonies. In the morning session at 11am we look at the historical context of the symphonies, looking at the events, politics and culture of Beethoven’s time, before going onto look at how Beethoven’s music responded to these events around him. During the afternoon session we will examine how a period instrument ensemble such as the OAE performs Beethoven’s music as well as looking at other approaches to it. To round the day off we will take an in-depth look at and analysis of the symphony No.3, Eroica.
Christopher Cook presenter
The morning session is suitable for everyone, no musical knowledge required, while for the afternoon session some musical knowledge would be beneficial. Tickets £12 per session £6 concessions £4 full time students
These concerts will be recorded by BBC Radio 3 for future broadcast
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Beethoven
‘For this remarkable ensemble, it’s all about the music’ The Independent on Sunday
Thursday 4 March 2010 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7.30pm
Iván Fischer
Iván Fischer, known for his electrifying and energetic performances, conducts this concert which contrasts Beethoven’s hugely popular Eroica symphony with the lesser known No.2. It did not go down well at its premiere, one critic calling it a ‘crass monster’. Today, with the benefit of hindsight, we can see the second symphony as the expression of a young high-spirited Beethoven, and a piece of music which both looks forward to the future while also acknowledging the musical heritage of Mozart and Haydn.
Beethoven Symphony No. 2 in D Beethoven Symphony No. 3 in E flat, Eroica Iván Fischer conductor For related Insight Club event see page 26 This concert will be recorded by BBC Radio 3 for future broadcast
OAE Extras at 6.15pm The Front Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall. Admission Free A performance of the Eroica Variations for piano.
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Beethoven Wednesday 10 March 2010 Royal Festival Hall, 7.30pm ‘The thing that impresses me most about Beethoven’s Fifth is – da da da daaa – it’s fate knocking at the door. That’s one of the biggest hits in history. There’s no video to it, he didn’t need one.’ Billy Joel Quoted in the Independent, 23 May 1990
Da da da daaaa. You already know what piece of music we’re talking about. There are not many symphonies where you can write down a few letters and know the reader will instantly know exactly what you are talking about – and that is perhaps part of the reason why Beethoven’s Fifth symphony is simply one of the most famous pieces of music ever written. Here it is partnered with two of Beethoven’s lighter, more sprightly symphonies, Numbers 1 and 8.
Iván Fischer
Beethoven Symphony No. 1 in C Beethoven Symphony No. 8 in F Beethoven Symphony No. 5 in C minor Iván Fischer conductor For related Insight Club event see page 26 This concert will be recorded by BBC Radio 3 for future broadcast
OAE Extras at 6.15pm Venue tbc. Admission Free. A journey through the symphony, with the OAE’s education department.
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Photo: Clive Barda
Beethoven Friday 9 April 2010 Royal Festival Hall, 7.30pm
Charles Mackerras
Beethoven’s euphoric symphony No.9 is, like his symphony No. 5, one of those pieces of music which transcends musical barriers – one of the few pieces of classical music in the popular consciousness. Tonight the OAE welcomes its Emeritus Conductor, Sir Charles Mackerras to conduct this gargantuan work – his wealth of experience and knowledge coupled with a close relationship with the Orchestra promising a very special occasion.
Beethoven Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Choral
Concert lasts 75 minutes with no interval. OAE Extras at 6.15pm Royal Festival Hall. Admission Free. Beethoven’s String Style. OAE violinist Claire Holden looks at how styles of playing stringed instruments have changed since Beethoven’s time.
Sir Charles Mackerras conductor Rebecca Evans soprano Diana Montague mezzo-soprano tenor tbc Christopher Purves bass Philharmonia Chorus For related Insight Club event see page 26 This concert will be recorded by BBC Radio 3 for future broadcast
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Photo: Yannis Bournias
Photo: Robert Workman
Vespers
Beethoven
Tuesday 27 April 2010 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm
Robert Howath
Tuesday 25 May 2010 Queen Elizabeth Hall, 7pm
Monteverdi’s 1610 Vespers are one of the towering musical achievements of the 17th century. It is a piece of paradoxes, which is perhaps one of the reasons why it is such a fascinating and rewarding musical experience. It is monumental yet intimate and spiritual. Spiritual yet extraordinarily theatrical given the subject matter. But more than any of this, it is simply a richly satisfying and deeply moving piece of music.
Monteverdi 1610 Vespers
The OAE’s Beethoven Symphony Series comes to a close with the genial Pastoral symphony. One of his sunniest and most uplifting symphonies, it is here preceded by the elegant and sophisticated Violin Concerto, with one of the most intelligent and capable of violinists, Leonidas Kavakos, as both soloist and conductor.
Please note start time. OAE Extras at 5.45pm Queen Elizabeth Hall. Admission Free. An introduction to the Vespers with Robert Howarth, including musical illustrations.
Robert Howarth director Choir of the Enlightenment For related Insight Club event see page 26
Please note start time. OAE Extras at 5.45pm Queen Elizabeth Hall. Admission Free An exploration of the year-long OAE Education project A Celebration of Life on Earth.
Leonidas Kavakos
Beethoven Violin Concerto in D Beethoven Symphony No.6 in F, Pastoral Leonidas Kavakos director/violin Leonidas Kavakos is Southbank Centre’s Artist in Focus for 2009-2010 This concert will be recorded by BBC Radio 3 for future broadcast
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Booking Information
You may book for concerts by telephone, online, post, fax or in person.
By telephone: 0871 663 2597 (7 days a week 9am - 8pm)
By post to: Southbank Centre Ticket Office London SE1 8XX
£2.50 transaction fee applies for phone, fax and postal bookings, £1.45 for online bookings.
By fax: 0871 663 2597
Online: southbankcentre.co.uk/oae Children Go Free! Children under 18 are eligible for a free ticket when accompanied by an adult. (One free under 18 ticket per adult.) Group Bookings: We offer a generous 20% discount for groups of 10 or more with flexible reservation and payment options, plus programme discounts. For further information or to make a group booking, please call the OAE on 020 7239 9374 or e-mail info@oae.co.uk. Group bookings are subject to availability. Day Seats: A number of seats will go on sale at 12 noon on the day of a concert, giving you the opportunity to purchase tickets for a performance even if it has otherwise sold out.
Multi Save Offers: Book 2-8 concerts and save 15% Book 9-11 concerts and save 20% Book 12-13 concerts and save 25%, plus receive an invitation to a special wine reception. Multi-Save offers not available on study day or Insight Club. Premium Seats: This year Premium Seats priced at £50 are available for all concerts in the Royal Festival Hall and all those in the Beethoven Symphonies Series. These are the very best seats in the hall, with excellent views and acoustics. Please note that series discounts do not apply. Eating and Drinking: A wide range of eating, drinking and shopping options are available at Southbank Centre. 24
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OAE Extras: Insight Club Our popular Insight Club series returns for another year of informal, enlightening and entertaining events. Each event lasts 75 minutes and gives you a chance to find out more about an aspect of our season in the company of musicians, scholars and broadcasters. Tickets include complimentary refreshments. Monday 21 September 2009, 6pm
Sunday 24 January 2010, 3pm
Level 5 Function Room at Royal Festival Hall
Sunley Pavilion at Royal Festival Hall
Season Preview: A chance to find our more about our new 2009-2010 season of concerts with Orchestra members and special guests discussing and examining their choice of highlights. Hosted by Alistair Appleton.
Conducting Beethoven: Coinciding with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment’s Beethoven Symphony Series, this Insight Club looks at different approaches to conducting his symphonies.
Tickets include a glass of wine or soft drink.
Tickets include tea or coffee and cake.
Sunday 1 November 2009, 11am
Sunday 25 April 2010, 3pm
Level 5 Function Room at Royal Festival Hall
Sunley Pavilion at Royal Festival Hall
The OAE and Opera: the second Insight Club session looks at the Orchestra’s operatic tradition, looking back at the many landmark performances the Orchestra has participated in, as well as looking at how singing styles change according to repertoire. Hosted by OAE viola player and opera enthusiast Martin Kelly.
Monteverdi’s Orchestra: Ahead of our performance of Monteverdi’s Vespers on 27 April, this is a chance to find out more about Monteverdi’s orchestra, including demonstrations and talks about cornetts and sackbuts with members of the OAE.
Tickets include tea or coffee and pastry.
Tickets include tea or coffee and cake.
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OAE Extras
The Night Shift
The OAE is about more than just concerts. Through our OAE Extras programme you can learn more about the music, instruments, composers and what we believe makes our performances unique.
The Night Shift is our series of informal late night concerts. Now in its fourth year the series has been highly successful, attracting over 4,000 people to shows so far. The hour-long concerts start at 10pm and are presented from the stage, with TV personality Alistair Appleton presenting most shows.
At concert this season you are invited to attend our free OAE Extras events (usually before the concert), many being presented by members of the Orchestra. Our ever popular study day is on 28 February, with the focus this year being on Beethoven. Our informal Insight Club series also returns, which aims to give you an even closer look at the music and Orchestra in a convivial and relaxed atmosphere. OAE Extras events offer a great opportunity to find out more about the music and Orchestra. Many of them don’t require any musical knowledge in order to enjoy them, so if you’re new to classical music then look out for this symbol:
Attitude The OAE’s student scheme, Attitude, continues to be incredibly popular, with over 3,500 students now signed up to the mailing list. The scheme is free to join and gives students access to discounted tickets and special events, with the occasional free beer thrown in! We are also always looking for Attitude representatives to promote the scheme and the Orchestra across London’s universities and colleges. To find out more call: 020 7239 9374 or visit: oae.co.uk/attitude
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Before and after the concert there is music in the foyer with acts so far including a Jazz Trio, DJ’s and a folk duo. The series will return for the 20092010 season with a series of 4 concerts, starting on 15 October. For more information visit: oae.co.uk/thenightshift
Friends Why not get to know us better by becoming an OAE Friend? Your support will enable us to continue to promote a lively and varied programme of events and concerts over the season. As a Friend, we will keep you regularly informed of our activities, and enable you to become more closely involved in the life of the Orchestra. Friends are also invited to events throughout the season to meet OAE players and staff.
About this brochure For this year’s brochure we’ve taken a slightly different approach to the photography. We wanted to take quite formal, still portraits of players and were inspired by the style of the American photographer Disfarmer, who worked in the 1920’s and 30’s. Working with photographer Jane Hilton we used a modern reproduction of an old fashioned plate camera, and in many ways the result mirrors what we do with our music – using period techniques to bring something alive but with a contemporary sensibility. p1 : David Blackadder, trumpet. p2, clockwise. Catherine Weiss, violin, Thomas Dunn, viola, Ruth Alford, cello, Tony Pay, clarinet, Matthew Truscott, violin, Pat Jackman, trombone, Chi-chi Nwanoku, Double Bass, Hilary Michael, violin, Roger Monthomery, horn. p5 Catherine Ford, violin, Phillip Bainbridge trumpet, Olive, dog, Katherine Hart, violin, Neil MacLaren, flute, Jennifer Bullock, ‘cello. p9 Henrietta Wayne and Debbie Diamond, violins. p11 Katherine Hart, violin. p16 Thomas Dunn, violin. p21 Jennifer Bullock, cello. p19 Olive, dog, Philip Bainbridge, trumpet, Neil MacLaren, flute. p27 David Blackadder, trumpet.
Membership of the Friends starts at just £50 a year, or alternatively you can join the Priority Bookers mailing list for £15.
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