Step into the vibrant musical world of early eighteenth-century London, where a remarkable group of expatriate composers found fame and opportunity in the city’s thriving theatre scene. Drawn to the energy and ambition of London around 1720, these gifted musicians brought with them a rich continental style that helped shape…

A program built around Maurice Ravel’s Tombeau de Couperin, this program explores how music has so often been composed as a direct reflection of the state of the world the composers found themselves in. From tragedy to reflection, music was often centered around a strong need to comment on society.

Journey through the rich musical traditions of Scotland and Italy in a vibrant program that celebrates folk melody, Baroque brilliance and youthful artistry. Scottish tunes are transformed into elegant chamber works in music by James Oswald, while the splendour of Venice shines through masterpieces by Gabrieli and Vivaldi. A particular…