An open-air classical music festival in the Homestead Courtyard. These concerts are designed to be informal, relaxed and fun. All welcome, from seasoned classical music concert audiences to anyone looking to give classical music a try for the first time.
The Programme
Day One, July 22nd - Midsummer Mozart
Come and 'meet' the man himself, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, brought back to life here by an actor through his letters, accompanied by some of his best chamber music for wind ensemble, as heard in the film 'Amadeus'.
July 23rd - A Soldier's Tale
A septet of London's top musicians from the English Chamber Orchestra unravel Stravinsky's virtuosic score, reliving the Russian folk tale of a soldier who trades his fiddle for unparalleled gain. This darkly witty theatrical work, narrated here by a well-known actor, was first seen in 1918 but the planned run of performances had to be cut short due to the Spanish 'flu epidemic.
July 24th - Schubert's Octet
Back in 1830s Vienna, this piece became one of Schubert's most popular pieces, played widely across the city. This entertaining work is a musical journey, full of extremes of character with beautiful serene melodies and jaunty peasant dances. New to classical, this could be the perfect place to start!
July 25th - Bijou Baroque
Bijou Baroque features some of the gems of 18th-century music. A small string orchestra accompany a solo soprano singing arias such as Handel's 'Let the bright seraphim' and 'Eternal Source of Light Divine', as heard at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Solo performers to be announced soon, follow:
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Please note thanks to Cavatina Trust, young people aged 8-25 go FREE! Simply follow the link and book tickets as normal.