Monday 1st August - Saturday 7th August 2009
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Red Priest
The Bach Project: 'Johann, I’m Only Dancing!'
Monday 3rd August 2009
Sponsored by D W Moore & Co Ltd
Red Priest is the only early music group in the world to have been compared to The Rolling Stones, Jackson Pollock, The Marx Brothers, Spike Jones and the Cirque du Soleil. Described by critics as "outrageous yet compulsive", and “wholly irreverent and highly enlightened”, this extraordinary acoustic foursome's interpretation of Bach is refreshing and invigorating. The light-hearted title of their performance (taken from a David Bowie song) reflects the infectious spirit of dance which pervades much of Bach’s music.
The Gwilym Simcock Trio
Wednesday 5th August 2009
Sponsored by St Jude's Gallery >
At 28, Gwilym Simcock is one of the UK’s most talented pianists and imaginative composers. He moves effortlessly between jazz and classical music and has been described as stylistically reminiscent of Keith Jarrett. A new sensation on the British jazz scene, he is a pianist of exceptional ability whose music has been widely acclaimed as "engaging, exciting and often unexpected". He has worked extensively throughout Europe with the cream of British and international jazz artists including Dave Holland, Kenny Wheeler and Bobby McFerrin. ‘Perception’, his debut album, was nominated for Best Album in the BBC Jazz Awards 2008.
Sophie Bevan and David Stout with Iain Burnside
Thursday 6th August 2009
Sponsored by Hayes and Storr >
Pianist and Sony Award-winning BBC Radio 3 presenter Iain Burnside is joined by soprano Sophie Bevan and baritone David Stout. Offering something for everyone, this programme combines a celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Felix Mendelssohn with a selection of English songs by, among others, Purcell, Vaughan Williams and Britten.
Lucy Wakeford
Friday 7th August 2009
Lucy Wakeford is a prize winning harpist who has played at major venues and festivals throughout Europe as a soloist, recitalist and ensemble player. Principal harp of the Britten Sinfonia and harpist of the Nash Ensemble, she has been a guest artist with musicians including Roger Vignoles, Michael Chance, Belcea Quartet and James Galway. In demand as a soloist Lucy Wakeford has performed with many orchestras including Academy of St Martin in the Fields, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.
Cantabile - The London Quartet
From Madrigal to McCartney
Saturday 8th August 2009
Sponsored by The Tannery >
Cantabile is one of the world's top vocal groups, delighting audiences since 1982 with an amazing range of programmes. From a cappella favourites to the sacred music of the last millennium, they are outstanding in both comedy and the classics and are supported by 13 solo albums, over 2,000 live performances and more than 200 TV appearances. Join them on a light-hearted journey through musical history, from madrigals to McCartney, via Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and many more, all presented with their unique blend of virtuosity and humour. Cantabile gives you great singing, great songs and great fun!
Elkie Brooks
Saturday 8th August 2009
Sponsored by Bakers and Larners of Holt >
Elkie Brooks is one of the UK's most successful and popular singers, demonstrated by her 49 year career. With numerous hit singles such as 'Pearl’s A Singer', 'Lilac Wine', 'Don’t Cry Out Loud' and 'Fool If You Think It's Over', many awards and sell-out tours, she continues to delight old and new fans alike. Described by The Guardian as "still one of the great British voices", Elkie is a stunning performer and whatever she does, she does it best live.