Harry Christophers and The Sixteen have just released a brand new recording of Handel’s Messiah in time for The Sixteen’s 30th Anniversary Celebrations which will take place in 2009.
On this disc the award-winning ensemble is joined by four fine soloists all revered for their interpretations of Handel - Carolyn Sampson, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, Mark Padmore and Christopher Purves. Carolyn Sampson, Mark Padmore and Christopher Purves all sang as members of The Sixteen before embarking on successful solo careers.
Charles Medlam
Friday 3rd October, starting at 6.30 pm with supper until
Sunday 5th October, finishing at 4 pm with tea
An investigation into the background, technique, mind set and history of French suites for solo cello and bass viol. The course will include a short recital of bass viol pieces by Hotman, Du Buisson, St.Columbe and De Machy.
Participants are encouraged however to bring any repertoire for baroque cello or bass viol.
Festival 08 celebrates a diverse array of European music with a series of concerts and recitals exploring the theme of cultural, social, political and religious borders.
