Classical Concert Programmes
Baroque, French and Italian programmes for concerts, cultural events and special occasions, each with its own musical character.
For seasonal concerts, explore the Christmas programmes.
The French Programme
A journey from the refinement of the French Baroque to the sparkle, wit and romance of French opera.
Selected repertoire
- Je ne sais quelle ardeur me presse — Jean-Philippe Rameau, Naïs
- Je veux vivre — Charles Gounod, Roméo et Juliette
- Obéissons quand leur voix appelle (Gavotte) — Jules Massenet, Manon
The Italian Programme
Italian elegance and operatic romance, from the grace of Frescobaldi and Handel to the tenderness and dramatic emotion of Puccini.
Selected repertoire
- Se l’aura spira tutta vezzosa — Girolamo Frescobaldi
- Un cenno leggiadretto — George Frideric Handel, Serse
- Sì, mi chiamano Mimì — Giacomo Puccini, La bohème
- Un bel dì, vedremo — Giacomo Puccini, Madama Butterfly
Baroque by Candlelight
The Mixed Programme
Italian grace, French mystery and Spanish fire: a theatrical journey through the colours of the European Baroque, closing with the quiet beauty of Handel.
Selected repertoire
- Se l’aura spira tutta vezzosa — Girolamo Frescobaldi
- Je ne sais quelle ardeur me presse — Jean-Philippe Rameau, Naïs
- No hay que decirle el primor — Spanish Baroque song
- Lascia ch’io pianga — George Frideric Handel, Rinaldo
Programmes and accompaniment can be tailored to the occasion.