July 2014 – ESO Historic

July 7, 2014

Handel – Messiah

December 20th at Cirencester Parish Church

7:30 PM

English Symphony Orchestra
Saint Michael’s Singers

Philippa Hyde- soprano
Simon Ponsford- countertenor
Greg Tassell- tenor
Ian Caddy- bass

Handel – Messiah

Handel wrote his masterpiece in a matter of weeks, for the benefit of a foundling hospital in Dublin where it was first performed in April 1742.

As the work gained in popularity, it was generally performed around Easter, but in the 20th and 21st centuries “Messiah” is firmly set in the nation’s traditional Christmas psyche. Particularly poignant in Cirencester’s stunning Parish Church, this is an experience not to be missed.

More information at the Saint Michael’s Singers website here.

TICKETS ON SALE: Orpheus Box Office www.orpheus-events.com 01905 570979

July 7, 2014

December 7th at Berkeley Castle

December 7th at Berkeley Castle [GL13 9BH]

6:00 PM (Reception from 5 PM in the Long Drawing Room)

English String Orchestra
Directed by Michael Bochmann

Graeme Adams oboe

Eleanor Cooke violin

Boyce- Symphony No 1

Marcello- Oboe Concerto

Vivaldi- Double Volin Concerto in A minor

JS Bach- Concerto for violin and oboe

Morricone- Gabriel’s Oboe

plus short pieces by Grieg, Brahms, Grainger and Anderson

Once again Christmas will start at Berkeley Castle with the traditional ESO concert. Michael Bochmann this year welcomes for the first time Graeme Adams, exceptional oboist and communicator. Enjoy the welcome of the Berkeley family and the atmosphere that this famous castle can bring. Mince pies and wine are served from 5pm and in the interval

Tickets: £39.50

TICKETS ON SALE: Orpheus Box Office www.orpheus-events.com 01905 570979

In partnership with Espressivo

July 7, 2014

December 6th at Bromsgrove Artrix White Christmas

December 6th at Bromsgrove Artrix
White Christmas

7:30pm

English String Orchestra directed by Michael Bochmann
Penelope’s Dance Studio directed by Penny Frost

Stephen Roberts – Ballet: Snow White

Also selections from Grieg – Holberg Suite, Vivaldi – Four Seasons, Bartok – Rumanian Dances

Another collaboration with the Dance Studio for what is becoming a highlight of the season.

Tickets:£18, £17 (/60) £12 (students)
TICKETS ON SALE 01527 577330 boxoffice@artrix.co.uk