Beethoven’s magnificent Missa Solemnis , widely considered to be his greatest choral work yet rarely performed in the South West, will be brought to life this March through the combined talent of Exeter Philharmonic Choir , the renowned English Chamber Orchestra and four international soloists.
The one-night performance of this theatrical, yet spiritual work celebrates Beethoven’s 250th birthday. Exeter Philharmonic Choir is the city’s longest-established choral group, soon to mark a major milestone of its own - its 175th anniversary.
Take three top notch string musicians - violinist Fenella Humphreys, viola player Rebecca Jones and cellist Vladimir Waltham - put them together - and the result is Chimera a string trio who play unbelievably exquisite music.
The talents of these outstanding young musicians will be showcased by Concerts in the West in a superb performances at St Michael's Church, Shute, near Axminster on 20 June, 7.30pm.
The musical programme will include:
Schubert: String Trio in B Flat major D471. Sibelius: String Trio in G minor. Dohnanyi: Serenade for String Trio in C major Op...
Lovers of classical music are in for another treat at Exeter’s Royal Albert Memorial Museum on Wednesday 15 May when renowned pianist Martin Cousin will play works by Beethoven, Brahms and Rachmaninov.
The concert begins at 7.30pm, booked pre-concert rustic suppers start at 6pm and drinks served from 6.30pm.
The second in the RAMM Development Trust Spring Concert Series sponsored by Business Club member Rathbones Investment Management, the programme includes:
• Beethoven - Sonata in E flat Op.7 • Brahms - Three Intermezzi Op.117 • Rachmaninov - Sonata no.1 in D...
