The Parnassian Ensemble offers a two-part extravaganza: Viva Italia! Part 1 – a feast of 17th and 18th century Italian baroque masterpieces, including Vivaldi, Corelli and Alessandro Scarlatti.
It comprises Sophie Middleditch and Helen Hooker (recorders), Gareth Deats (baroque ’cello) and David Pollock (harpsichord).
Then, David Pollock presents Viva Italia! Part 2 – a solo harpsichord recital on 15th July at 7.30pm, also at St John’s Chapel (event M41).
Tickets £17.50 or Viva Italia! Parts 1 and 2 booked together £30. £10 Students/Under 16s.
“Style and intelligence.” Gramophone
“…performances are equally elegant and polished…perfectly co-ordinated ensemble…” The Telegraph
“…excellently played recital…alluringly sweet-toned.” The Sunday Times
Image credit: Danny Gough
The 2025 festival will run from Saturday 14 June to Sunday 20 July.