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THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS We are very grateful for the support of our Donors, Friends and Patrons who help us to deliver our artistic and learning programmes every year, and would particularly like to thank the following organisations: Alchemy Foundation; The Ammco Trust; Annett Charitable Trust; Asda Foundation; Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust; BLB Solicitors; Bradford on Avon Area Board; Bradford on Avon Arts Association; Bruce Wake Charitable Trust; Calne Town Council; Chippenham Rotary Club; Climate Friendly Bradford on Avon; Col. William Llewellen Palmer Charitable Trust; Combined Charities Fund for the Mentally Handicapped; Concertina Charitable Trust; Co-op Community Fund; David and Claudia Harding Foundation; Derek Hill Foundation; The Doric Group; Ebeni; Ellis Whittam; Fidelio Charitable Trust; Freshford and Limpley Stoke Community Association; Garfield Weston Foundation; Institute of Physics; Jack Lane Charitable Trust; Keevil Parish Council; N Smith Charitable Settlement; Nugee Foundation; Odin Charitable Trust; Office Evolution Ltd; Radcliffe Trust; Ray Harris Charitable Trust; S D Whitehead’s Charitable Trust; Somer 2000; Trelix Charitable Trust; Westbury Town Council; Wiltshire Community Foundation; Wiltshire Council Area Boards. 2
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…to our Spring Summer season at Wiltshire Music Centre. Riding high off our 20th Anniversary celebrations and with our new auditorium lights installed, we are proud to present another sparkling programme featuring some of the world’s finest classical, jazz, world and folk musicians.
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programme of free pre-concert talks, workshops, masterclasses and projects in schools, as well as regular activities including our Zone Club for young learning disabled adults, to help everyone to take part and enjoy music-making.
This season we also welcome the return of our community music festival, Bradford Roots, which is bigger than ever with a new Launch Night event. We also present My Science Fair, our Big Family Music Day, relaxed concerts and screenings, and a range of Family Shows. Together with half-priced tickets for under-18s and students, We are delighted to present free chamber music concert tickets outstanding artists Clare Teal, for under-25s and £1 tickets for Breabach, the Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers, Orchestra in Residence kids at selected concerts, there’s the OAE, and Artists in Residence plenty of choice for families this Spring Summer season. Adriano Adewale and Derek Paravicini to perform as part of We very much look forward our Spring Summer 2019 season. to welcoming you. We are also thrilled to welcome James Slater Maud new Young Quartet in Residence Artistic Saint-Sardos the Marmen Quartet. As well as inspiring audiences from the WMC stage, we are proud to work with so many of our visiting artists through our Creative Learning Programme in the community, helping to inspire the next generation of young musicians and bring people together through music. Together we present a rich
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SEASON HIGHLIGHTS
FOLK BREABACH 8 Feb THE NORDIC FIDDLERS BLOC 6 Mar
CLASSICAL
SAM SWEENEY THE UNFINISHED VIOLIN 10 May
MARMEN QUARTET / JOHN MYERSCOUGH 25 Jan
WORLD
CHLOË HANSLIP / DANNY DRIVER 16 Mar
BOLLYWOOD BRASS BAND / JYOTSNA SRIKANTH 26 Jan
ALUMNI OF THE CHOIR OF CLARE COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGE 26 Apr
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS THE WAY OF THE DRUM 15 Mar
LONDON MOZART PLAYERS 11 May BRODSKY QUARTET 31 May
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CATRIN FINCH & SECKOU KEITA 7 Jun
FAMILY
JAZZ
MY SCIENCE FAIR 3 Mar
DEREK PARAVICINI QUARTET 9 Feb
DYLAN AND IGOR FAMILY SHOW 27 Apr
CLARE TEAL 9 Mar
BIG FAMILY MUSIC DAY 22 Jun
ADRIANO ADEWALE / GWILYM SIMCOCK / JASON REBELLO 24 May
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TUE 1 JAN 7.30PM WED 2 JAN 3PM
20TH RSARY ANNIVEL APPEA Thank you to everyone who has donated to our £100,000 20th Anniversary Appeal to help and support the Centre into its next decade, including: MUSIC-MAKING FOR ALL: our Creative Learning Programme in the community – including taking 74 young musicians on tour to France in 2018. ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE: bringing the UK and world’s best musicians to Wiltshire – including launching a new Young String Quartet Fellowship in 2018. A GREENER FUTURE: new auditorium LED lighting – a major technical transformation that is helping to reduce our carbon footprint by 86%!
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To find out more about how you can help to support our work – by making a donation, becoming a Friend, or volunteering with us – please contact Annabel on 01225 860110 or email annabel. green@wiltshiremusic.org.uk
SAT 5 JAN 7PM
WEST OF ENGLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA A night of glitz and glamour to welcome in the New Year Timothy Redmond conductor Emily Apps vocals The outstanding musicians of the West of England Youth Orchestra invite you to see in 2019 with an evening of red-carpet glamour and a programme of classic Bond themes and songs. Directed by the suave and sophisticated Tim Redmond, the evening will feature classic tracks from films such as Goldeneye, Live and Let Die and Diamonds are Forever.
£15 / £13 Family Ticket (p38) / £9 U18s + students 6.45pm New Year’s Day (Tue 1 Jan) FreeStage performance in the Foyer Dress to impress and arrive early to enjoy a glass of fizz from the bar Principal Sponsor
Supported by Patrons of the Youth Orchestra and Wiltshire Freemasons
FRI 18 JAN 7.30PM
ANDRÉ RIEU (AS LIVE)
BRADFORD ROOTS LAUNCH NIGHT
The King of Waltz returns with a 2019 New Years’s Concert
Featuring: Lewis & Dav Alex Taylor Horning Glory
André Rieu brings his New Year’s concert, recorded live in Sydney, Australia, to millions of fans across the world, including those at Wiltshire Music Centre. Recorded live in Sydney’s iconic Town Hall, join the Maestro for a magical evening of show tunes, classical music and dance featuring his world class sopranos, The Platin Tenors and plenty of festive surprises. £15 / £7.50 U18s + students Running time: c.2h 5m / one interval.
Bradford Roots is back! And with more music than ever before…
Throw off your winter coats and get ready to bop away those winter blues. Bradford Roots Music Festival is here with a brand-new launch gig live in the WMC Foyer. Join us for a stomping start to the seventh edition of this community music festival, packed with outstanding local talent. £10 adv. (£15) / £5 adv. (£8) U18s / Free U12s (with an adult)
SAT 19 JAN 11AM-11PM SUN 20 JAN 11AM-4PM
WED 23 JAN 6.45PM
BRADFORD ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL 2019 Bigger and brighter than ever, the popular music festival returns to WMC
Weekend (Sat/Sun) Pass: £20 adv. (£30) / £10 adv. (£15) U18s
A staple of the Wiltshire music calendar, and synonymous with community spirit, local talent and its inclusive atmosphere, Bradford Roots Music Festival returns for its seventh year.
Day Passes: Sat: £15 adv. (£20) / £8 adv. (£10) U18s Sun: £10 adv. (£15) / £5 adv. (£8) U18s
With over 40 eclectic local acts encompassing folk, blues, jazz, pop and rock as well as family-friendly workshops, an artisan fair and the ever-popular wassail, this iconic feel-good festival is the perfect winter warmer for all. Supported by
Free Under-12s (with an adult) Proceeds in support of Dorothy House, Zone Club and Wiltshire Music Centre.
THE ROYAL OPERA THE QUEEN OF SPADES (AS LIVE) Livestream opera: conducted by Antonio Pappano, Tchaikovsky’s most ambitious opera contains some of his greatest music and is a powerful study of destructive obsession and supernatural desires. £15 / £7.50 U18s + students Running time: c.3h 30m / one interval. Sung in Russian with English subtitles. 5
FRI 25 JAN 11AM
FRI 25 JAN 7.30PM
SAT 26 JAN 5PM
SAT 26 JAN 7.30PM
SUN 27 JAN 7PM
MARMEN QUARTET MASTERCLASS Top class tutorial in chamber music mastery John Myerscough mentor In this public masterclass Doric String Quartet cellist John Myerscough works with new Young Quartet in Residence, the Marmen String Quartet, ahead of their debut performance. John will share his chamber music wisdom and explain some of the behind-the-scenes preparation that goes into producing a first-class performance. £5 Marmen Quartet Young Quartet in Residence
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‘The finest singer of his generation’ Mojo Magazine
MARMEN QUARTET / JOHN MYERSCOUGH
BOLLYWOOD DANCE WORKSHOP
New Young Quartet in Residence with a programme that includes Schubert’s sumptuous String make their WMC debut Quintet in C major. Composed Johannes Marmen violin in 1828, this spirited work was Ricky Gore violin completed just two months before Bryony Gibson-Cornish viola the composer’s untimely death. Steffan Morris cello John Myerscough guest cello £16 / Free for Under-25s HAYDN String Quartet in 6.30pm pre-concert B-flat major Op 50 No 1 talk (free) MOZART String Quartet in G major K387 ‘Spring’ Marmen Quartet SCHUBERT String Quintet Young Quartet in Residence in C major D956
From Bhangra to Raas, learn brilliant Bollywood moves in this introductory dance workshop
Winner of the prestigious Royal Overseas League Competition, the Marmen Quartet was founded at the Royal College of Music in 2013. In this concert with guest cellist John Myerscough they launch their 2019 WMC Residency
Supported by the Friends of Wiltshire Music Centre Supported by
With its origins in the driving rhythms of Punjabi dance and fast classical Indian footwork, Bollywood dance is guaranteed to get you moving. Join members of the Bollywood Brass Band and their dance leader who will teach you some of the classic moves and steps in this fun session for all the family. £5 Open to all – from beginner to advanced. No dress requirements.
‘Joyous… electrifying horn riffs and percussion… irresistible’ Sunday Times
BOLLYWOOD BRASS BAND / JYOTSNA SRIKANTH
JIM CAUSLEY LIVE IN THE BAR
Brilliant brass meets exuberant strings in this Bollywood spectacular
An intimate performance from one of England’s finest folk musicians
films, plus new compositions created by Jyotsna Srikanth and members of the Band, this evening is guaranteed to get your pulses racing.
Dhol drum rhythms, fiery trumpet and sax solos all combine with the silky rich tones of Jyotsna Srikanth’s £17 / £8.50 U18s + students virtuoso violin for an irresistible evening of passion and fun. Kid-a-Quid: up to two Under-18s pay £1 each Featuring instrumental with every full-price ticket arrangements of songs from classic Bollywood movies alongside live Bar open late video sequences from the original
Multi award-winning singersongwriter, folk musician and proud Devonian Jim Causley is a consummate entertainer and during the past decade he has been nominated no less than six times for a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award.
Since the release of his debut album in 2005, Causley’s unique voice and persona have helped him become one of the most well-loved and respected figures of today’s contemporary roots and folk scene. £10 / £5 U18s + students Bar open late 7
WED 30 JAN 6.45PM
THE ROYAL OPERA LA TRAVIATA (LIVE) Livestream opera: Richard Eyre’s beautiful production provides the perfect setting for Verdi’s ever-popular drama about a courtesan who sacrifices everything for love. With Ermonela Jaho, Charles Castronovo and Plácido Domingo. £15 / £7.50 U18s + students Running time: c.3hrs 35mins / two intervals. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
SAT 2 FEB 3PM
SAT 2 FEB 7.30PM
GIDDY GOAT FAMILY SHOW
ENSEMBLE 360
Live music and story-telling at its best
Ravishing chamber music by the German Romantic masters
3+ YRS
Esther Sheridan narrator Giddy is a young mountain goat who is scared of heights. Based on the colourful children’s book by Jamie Rix and Lynne Chapman, with specially composed music by Paul Rissmann, this tale of facing fears and making friends is an ideal way to introduce children to classical music.
Expect lively storytelling and energising music with plenty of audience participation, lead by presenter Esther Sheridan, as well as colourful projections of images from the story. £8 / £4 U18s + students Supported by
Benjamin Nabarro violin Gemma Rosefield cello Naomi Atherton horn Tim Horton piano SCHUMANN Adagio and Allegro for Horn and Piano Op 70 MENDELSSOHN Trio No 2 in C minor Op 66 BRAHMS Horn Trio Op 40
WED 6 FEB 1PM
SUPPORTING YOUNG ARTISTS
Mendelssohn’s ever-present zest for life and youthful energy is harnessed to great effect in his second Piano Trio. By contrast, Brahms’ contemplative Horn Trio composed in 1865 brings together three instruments he himself played as a young man.
Supporting the development of young musicians has been at the heart of WMC’s work for over 20 years
£18 / Free for Under-25s 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) 6.45pm FreeStage performance by Bath Strings Academy Supported by
TOBY HUGHES / BEN POWELL A double bass showcase from virtuoso City Music Foundation Artists DESENCLOS Aria et Rondo KOUSSEVITZKY Valse Miniature JEAN FRANÇAIX Thème Varié MISEK Sonata No 2 City Music Foundation Artist Toby Hughes has won numerous awards as a solo double bassist, including at the 2014 Royal Overseas League (the first bassist to ever do so), and has performed with major international orchestras across Europe.
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He is joined by accompanist Ben Powell, who has recently been appointed pianist for the Manchester-based Psappha ensemble, for a programme that showcases the double bass as a virtuosic and lyrical solo instrument. £10 / £5 U18s + students Post-concert Q&A with the artists (free) Supported by
Founded in 1997 as a rehearsal space for Wiltshire Young Musicians, the Centre provides year-round learning and performance opportunities to support young musicians at every stage of their development: from workshops in schools right through to their first performances on the WMC stage. Our Young Artist Fund was launched in 2012 to support young artists at the start of their professional careers with performance opportunities to stretch and develop their talent. Since then the fund has supported over 50 young artists. If you would like to make a donation to the Young Artist Fund, please contact Annabel on 01225 860110 or email annabel.green@ wiltshiremusic.org.uk
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FRI 8 FEB 5PM
FRI 8 FEB 7.30PM
SAT 9 FEB 3PM
FOLK WORKSHOP
DEREK PARAVICINI QUARTET JAZZ WORKSHOP
Breabach is one of Scotland’s most successful and celebrated young folk acts of recent times. In this introductory folk workshop you can learn toe-tapping tunes and jam along with members of the band Megan Henderson on fiddle and James Duncan MacKenzie on pipes and flute.
Ahead of their evening concert, join members of the Derek Paravicini Quartet for a lively and inclusive jazz improvisation workshop and jam session. This will be a totally inclusive session for jazz lovers young and old, and follows a series of workshops in special schools in the run up to the event.
£5 Open to all instruments
BREABACH A night of fiery Scottish folk with a traditional twist BBC Scotland’s Band of the Year 2016 Breabach continue to build their reputation at the forefront of the UK’s world and roots music scene.
‘Matching fiery intensity with exquisite finesse… a magnificent set.’ 10
The Scotsman
SAT 9 FEB 7.30PM
DEREK PARAVICINI QUARTET WMC’s new Artist in Residence lines up with his Quartet for a night of sensational jazz Derek Paravicini piano Hannah Davey vocals Ben Holder violin Ollie Howell drums
Open to all ages and stages
The unique musicianship combines twin bagpipes, fiddle, bass and guitar with Gaelic vocals and step dance and has won them fans globally. It saw them once again nominated as finalists in both the 2017 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and the Songlines Music Awards. £18 / £9 U18s + students Derek Paravicini Artist in Residence
The Derek Paravicini Quartet is the new must-hear jazz group who are currently wowing audiences all over the UK. Four stunningly talented young musicians combine to create a unique sound, portraying a kaleidoscope of emotions and all shot through with fiery virtuosity. The Derek Paravicini Quartet are a musical chameleon who present breathtaking new arrangements of
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6.15pm pre-concert Supper club £20
SUN 10 FEB 3PM
Derek Paravicini Artist in Residence
classic songs and jazz standards, with a repertoire from ragtime to Radiohead, Irving Berlin to the Beatles, and Cole Porter to Coldplay.
CORY BAND
£18 / £9 U18s + students
Musical dynamism assured with award-winning Welsh Brass Band
Buy This, Try This: enjoy this concert for half price if you’ve bought a ticket to Clare Teal (p16) 9.30pm post-concert jazz in the bar
‘extraordinary musicianship and dazzling virtuosity’ John Lubbock conductor
Philip Harper musical director Proud of their Rhondda roots, the Cory Band is recognised as one of the world’s most successful and innovative ensembles. Numerous live concerts and recordings have received worldwide praise and regular top prizes in brass band competitions. Always keen to promote new music beyond the traditional, they are joined by Bratton Silver Band to perform a programme of widely varied repertoire. £24 A Bratton Silver Band promotion 11
FRI 15 FEB 7.30PM
WED 20 FEB 7.15PM
CORDELIA WILLIAMS PIANO Schubert takes centre stage for a programme of rich variety and colour CHOPIN Four Mazurkas Op 6 PROKOFIEV Visions Fugitives (selection) JANÁČEK V mlhách (In the Mists) PÄRT Für Alina SCHUBERT Four Impromptus D935
From Prokofiev’s whimsical and other-worldly Fleeting Visions to the meditative intensity of Chopin and the Estonian Arvo Pärt. Leoš Janáček wrote the cycle V mlhách during a dark and uncertain period of his life and it glows with intimacy and introspection. This dazzling programme concludes with Schubert’s much-loved set of Four Impromptus.
Former BBC Young Musician winner and acclaimed international £18 / £9 U18s + students pianist Cordelia Williams explores 6.30pm pre-concert the soundworlds of Eastern talk with the artist (free) Europe. Supported by
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THE ROYAL BALLET DON QUIXOTE (AS LIVE) Livestream ballet: Cervantes’s picaresque tale of love, friendship and a bumbling knight are brought to life by Carlos Acosta in a joyful interpretation. With choreography from Marius Pepita.
FRI 22 FEB 7.30PM
SAT 23 FEB 7.30PM
JAMIE SMITH’S MABON
BUSCH TRIO
£15 / £7.50 U18s + students
An exploration of the music of Clara Schumann
Running time: c.2h 45m / one interval.
Omri Epstein piano Mathieu Van Bellen violin Ori Epstein cello HAYDN Trio in C major Hob XV:27 C. SCHUMANN Trio in G minor Op 17 C. SCHUMANN Three Romances for Violin and Piano Op 22 BRAHMS Trio in C major Op 87 Clara Schumann was best known in her lifetime as a concert pianist, but her reputation as a composer has grown in recent years and the Piano Trio in G minor is considered one of her finest works. Brahms lived in the Schumann household for many years and had an intimate relationship with Clara Schumann.
Toe-tapping, life-affirming folk from Celtic roots legends
Brought together by a shared deep passion for chamber music and inspired by Mathieu’s possession of the “ex-Adolf Busch” G.B. Guadagnini violin (Turin, 1783), the Busch Trio is recognized for playing with “incredible verve” and has developed an extensive performing schedule across Europe’s leading concert halls and festivals.
One of the most accomplished and critically acclaimed Celtic roots music bands based in Britain today, Jamie Smith’s MABON presents an irresistible blend of world music and Celtic roots, filled with energy, joy and passion.
Dancing the line between Celtic £16 / £8 U18s + students heritage and contemporary sounds, MABON’s distinctive, infectious Bar open late and multi-award-winning music explores traditional styles and works them anew. Fresh off the back of the release of their new album ‘Twenty’, the five piece band of dazzling musicians perform a jubilant programme of outstanding original compositions.
‘A fearsome reputation as a live band… stratospheric’ Sunday Times
£18 / Free for Under-25s 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) Supported by
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WED 27 FEB 7.30PM
SUN 3 MAR 10AM-3PM
MY SCIENCE FAIR BATH PHILHARMONIA / LEON MCCAWLEY A heartfelt musical journey home from the new world Leon McCawley piano Jason Thornton conductor JANÁČEK arr D. Matthews On an Overgrown Path (excerpts) MOZART Piano Concerto No 22 K482 DVOŘÁK Symphony No 9 ‘From the New World’ Op 95
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5+ YRS
WED 6 MAR 7.30PM
A day of discovery, creativity and exploration – My Science Fair is back for 2019! Delve into fascinating investigations and let your imagination run wild in workshops and demonstrations at this day-long family festival that combines the amazing worlds of Music, Movement and Science.
£28 / £10 U18s + students
Free no ticket required
My Science Fair is a fun, free family day out which is jam-packed with opportunities to learn and play!
FRI 8 MAR 7.30PM
BRISTOL ENSEMBLE
LOTTE BETTS-DEAN / ANDREY LEBEDEV
An unmissable evening of music and images
THE NORDIC FIDDLERS BLOC
City Music Foundation Artists perform duets with global influences Programme to include:
Leon McCawley, one of Britain’s foremost pianists, joins Bath Philharmonia in a performance of Mozart’s fresh and playful Piano Concerto No 22, perfectly complementing a programme of folk-inspired orchestral music. Janáček’s collection of heartfelt miniatures and Dvořák’s greatest symphony captures the warmth and beauty of Moravia and Bohemia.
A Bath Philharmonia promotion
WED 6 MAR 1PM
BRITTEN Songs from the Chinese DE FALLA Siete Canciones Populares
Three fiddle traditions combine for a powerful collaboration
Songs by DOWLAND, ROSSETER and CAMPION Alongside flourishing solo careers, Australian mezzo-soprano Lotte Betts-Dean and Russian-born guitarist Andrey Lebedev regularly perform together around the UK, including at the 2017 Buxton International Festival. In this lunchtime programme they explore works for voice and guitar including Manuel de Falla’s set of folkinspired Spanish songs Siete Canciones Populares.
£10 / £5 U18s + students Supported by
‘Irrepressible sense of drama and extraordinary self-assurance’ The Guardian
Olav Luksengård Mjelva fiddle Anders Hall fiddle Kevin Henderson fiddle The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc is a fiddle trio from Norway, Sweden and the Shetland Islands who has swiftly gained a reputation for their gripping and unique blend of fiddle music since its inception in early 2009. Each accomplished player brings the differing traditional styles of fiddle playing from their respective countries and regions, which combine to create a unique sound world.
While blending their individual styles, they allow each distinctive flavour to unfold into an inimitable combined sound that is as intense as it is invigorating. £16 / £8 U18s +students
Programme to include excerpts from: EINAUDI In a Time Lapse EINAUDI Devenire EINAUDI Elements The Bristol Ensemble performs some of the most famous pieces composed by Ludovico Einaudi to the backdrop of beautiful images of nature. Scored for piano and strings, the ethereal works create a meditative atmosphere, creating waves of emotion to engulf the listener. £25 / £12.50 U18s + students A Bristol Ensemble promotion
‘Endlessly varied, powerful and beautiful... a shimmering display of musical accomplishment’ The Scotsman
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SAT 9 MAR 7.30PM
SUN 10 MAR 4PM
DUKE ELLINGTON’S SACRED CONCERT If music be the food of love... Soulful Messiah director returns with a swinging family feast
CLARE TEAL SWING’S THE THING A celebration of music from the golden age of song Clare Teal vocals Jason Rebello piano Simon Little bass Ben Reynolds drums
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Award-winning jazz vocalist Clare Teal and her outstanding Trio present fabulous musical arrangements interspersed with warm and entertaining storytelling. This brand-new show effortlessly
traverses a rich landscape of timeless and sparkling material, with standards from the grand masters of the Great American Songbook to witty and urbane songs of the 50’s & 60’s. As one of the UK’s greatest interpreters of song, this promises to be an evening of inspired music and unbridled entertainment performed by the very best.
£23 / £11.50 U18s + students Buy This, Try This: Derek Paravicini (p11) 6.15pm pre-concert Supper Club £20 9.30pm post-concert jazz in the bar
Mike Daniels music director Tina May vocals Soul Celebration Community Choir WMC Chorus Cantamus Chamber Choir GBH Big Band Mike Daniels cooks up a sumptious programme of Duke Ellington’s legendary Sacred Concert, showcasing GBH Big Band, featuring international jazz vocalist Tina May and the massed voices of three local choirs. Powerful swing, stunning jazz vocals, soulful choral singing and a show-stopping tap dance combine in this Sunday afternoon treat celebrating food and love. £18 / £9 U18s + students / Free for Under-5s A Bradford on Avon Food of Love Festival promotion
FRI 15 MAR 5PM
FRI 15 MAR 7.30PM
TAIKO DRUMMING WORKSHOP Taiko drumming is a thrilling combination of rhythm, movement and energy. In this introductory workshop for all abilities, join members of the Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers to explore basic techniques and rhythms – it’s a great work-out and a fun way to help improve co-ordination. £8 Open to all
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS THE WAY OF THE DRUM The UK’s oldest taiko ensemble reinvent a centuries-old tradition
choreography, dramatic lighting and colourful costumes.
With their gritty take on this traditional and sacred artform, Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers push the boundaries of this ancient Japanese spectacle. Encompassing the full dynamic range of the drum, the group presents a show-stopping performance with precise
The concert features powerful rhythms on an array of instruments from small hand-held drums to the thunderous reverberations of the huge Odaiko drum, along with innovative dance routines.
6.45pm FreeStage performance by Alden Paige and Daniel Malone Bar open late Presented in association with the Bradford on Avon Food of Love Festival
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SAT 16 MAR 7.30PM
SUN 17 MAR 3PM
WILTSHIRE YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA
CHLOË HANSLIP / DANNY DRIVER Virtuoso violinist returns to delight with a programme fit for royalty BRAHMS Sonata in G major Op 78 PROKOFIEV Cinq Mélodies Op 35 MCKAY A Quarter Million Miles from the Moon GUBAIDULINA Dancer on a Tightrope BEETHOVEN Sonata in A major Op 30 No 1 18
Chloë Hanslip has established herself as an artist of true distinction on the international stage. Prodigiously talented, she made her BBC Proms debut at just fourteen and her US concerto debut at fifteen and has performed at many major venues across Europe. Following a string of royal engagements, including private recitals for Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, we are delighted to welcome Chloë back to WMC
SAT 23 MAR 7.30PM
with long-standing partner, pianist Danny Driver, for a recital of works full of grace, poise and warmth. £20 / £10 U18s + students 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) 6.45pm FreeStage performance by Wiltshire Young Musicians
‘There’s a wholly infectious conviction, spontaneity and panache about these superbly accomplished performances’ Gramophone
Swing into spring with Wiltshire’s premiere youth jazz ensemble Malcolm Edmonstone piano Ryan Quigley trumpet The Wiltshire Youth Jazz Orchestra bursts into life with an effervescent and energised performance of beloved jazz classics. Joining them are two formidable guest artists to lead this special concert: pianist and arranger Malcolm Edmonstone is Artistic Director of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland, and Ryan
Quigley is recognised the world over as a leading trumpet player and virtuosic improvisor. £15 / £13 Family Ticket (p38) / £7.50 U18s + students Principal Sponsor
Supported by Patrons of the Youth Orchestra and Wiltshire Freemasons
SUN 24 MAR 4PM / 7PM
TROWBRIDGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
BATH SOCIETY OF YOUNG MUSICIANS
TSO celebrates English music of the 20th Century
A double-bill of celebrations to mark 50 years
Phil Draisey conductor Lorna Davis cello
2019 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Bath Society of Young Musicians which continues to provide support and opportunities for the young musicians in and around the area of Bath. The first of these two celebratory performances (4pm) will feature younger and intermediate ensembles. The second (7pm) will showcase the senior ensembles, and will include a world premiere by Mike Mower, and a massed celebratory performance by the alumni of Bath Society of Young Musicians.
VAUGHAN WILLIAMS English Folksong Suite ELGAR Cello Concerto Op 85 BRITTEN Matinées Musicales PURCELL Abdelazer Suite ‘Rondeau’ BRITTEN Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra Vaughan Williams was a great champion of folk song, a lifelong passion he drew on in his English Folksong Suite. Purcell and Britten are together represented in the Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra, and Elgar’s popular Cello Concerto completes the programme. £17.50 / £9 U18s + students A Trowbridge Symphony Orchestra promotion
£10 / £5 U18s + students £7 / £3.50 U18s + students if coming to both events A Bath and North East Somerset promotion 19
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JAN Tue 1 Jan 7.30pm / Wed 2 Jan 3pm WEST OF ENGLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA BOND SPECIAL Youth orchestra has a license to thrill Sat 5 Jan 7pm ANDRÉ RIEU (AS LIVE) Fri 18 Jan 7.30pm BRADFORD ROOTS LAUNCH NIGHT New for 2019 Sat 19 Jan 11am-11pm / Sun 20 Jan 11am-4pm BRADFORD ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL Bigger and brighter than ever before Wed 23 Jan 6.45pm THE ROYAL OPERA THE QUEEN OF SPADES (AS LIVE) Fri 25 Jan 11am MARMEN QUARTET MASTERCLASS Top-class tutorial in chamber music mastery Fri 25 Jan 7.30pm MARMEN QUARTET WMC debut for new Young Quartet in Residence
Sat 26 Jan 5pm BOLLYWOOD DANCE WORKSHOP Learn brilliant Bollywood moves Sat 26 Jan 7.30pm BOLLYWOOD BRASS BAND / JYOTSNA SRIKANTH Vibrant fusion music to get your pulses racing Sun 27 Jan 7pm JIM CAUSLEY LIVE IN THE BAR Contemporary roots singer and songwriter Wed 30 Jan 6.45pm THE ROYAL OPERA LA TRAVIATA (LIVE)
FEB Sat 2 Feb 3pm GIDDY GOAT FAMILY SHOW Learn to be brave with Giddy and friends Sat 2 Feb 7.30pm ENSEMBLE 360 Ravishing romantic chamber music Wed 6 Feb 1pm TOBY HUGHES / BEN POWELL Double bass showcase
Fri 8 Feb 5pm FOLK WORKSHOP For all instruments and abilities
Wed 27 Feb 7.30pm BATH PHILHARMONIA / LEON MCCAWLEY
Fri 8 Feb 7.30pm BREABACH Fiery Scottish folk
MAR
Sat 9 Feb 3pm DEREK PARAVICINI QUARTET JAZZ WORKSHOP Inclusive workshop with new Artist in Residence Sat 9 Feb 7.30pm DEREK PARAVICINI QUARTET Sensational jazz from talented young Quartet Sun 10 Feb 3pm CORY BAND Fri 15 Feb 7.30pm CORDELIA WILLIAMS Schubert takes centre stage Wed 20 Feb 7.15pm THE ROYAL BALLET DON QUIXOTE (AS LIVE) Fri 22 Feb 7.30pm BUSCH TRIO Fine strings from Clara Schumann Sat 23 Feb 7.30pm JAMIE SMITH’S MABON Life-affirming folk
Sun 3 Mar 10am-3pm MY SCIENCE FAIR Exploring music, movement and science Wed 6 Mar 1pm LOTTE BETTS-DEAN / ANDREY LEBEDEV Duets for voice and guitar Wed 6 Mar 7.30pm THE NORDIC FIDDLERS BLOC Three talents combine their distinct styles
Fri 15 Mar 7.30pm MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS THE WAY OF THE DRUM Reinvention of a sacred artform
APR
MAY
Fri 5 Apr 7.30pm DORIC STRING QUARTET Dynamic performances by resident quartet
Wed 1 May 6.45pm THE ROYAL OPERA FAUST (AS LIVE)
Sat 16 Mar 7.30pm CHLOË HANSLIP / DANNY DRIVER A programme fit for royalty
Sun 7 Apr 2pm THE ROYAL OPERA LA FORZA DEL DESTINO (AS LIVE)
Sun 17 Mar 3pm WILTSHIRE YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA Swing into spring Sat 23 Mar 7.30pm TROWBRIDGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Fri 8 Mar 7.30pm BRISTOL ENSEMBLE
Sun 24 Mar 4pm / 7pm BATH SOCIETY OF YOUNG MUSICIANS
Sat 9 Mar 7.30pm CLARE TEAL SWING’S THE THING Golden Age jazz with singing legend
Tue 26 Mar 11am JONATHAN JAMES DISCOVERING MUSIC Schubert’s last string quartet
Sun 10 Mar 4pm DUKE ELLINGTON’S SACRED CONCERT
Fri 29 Mar 7.30pm LONDON SINFONIETTA Turning points: the Emergence of Minimalism
Fri 15 Mar 5pm MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS WORKSHOP Explore thrilling rhythms in introductory session
Fri 12 Apr 7.30pm / Sat 13 Apr 3pm WEST OF ENGLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA / TOM POSTER PIANO Ravishing Russian classics Sun 14 Apr 7.30pm THE SHEE Bold mix of folk, Gaelic and bluegrass
Fri 3 May 7.30pm ORCHESTRA OF THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT Order and rebellion in Bach’s Orchestral Suites Sat 4 May 3pm NYJO AMBASSADORS / MARK ARMSTRONG FAMILY CONCERT Family jazz: do you know how to groove? Sun 5 May 7pm APD LIVE IN THE BAR Irresistible cocktail of traditional folk tunes
Fri 26 Apr 5.15pm VOCAL WORKSHOP Exploring healthy singing technique
Fri 10 May 7.30pm SAM SWEENEY THE UNFINISHED VIOLIN Music inspired by a serendipitous discovery
Fri 26 Apr 7.30pm ALUMNI OF THE CHOIR OF CLARE COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGE Such endless perfectness: stunning a cappella
Sat 11 May 2pm LONDON MOZART PLAYERS RELAXED CONCERT Inclusive performance of well-known tunes
Sat 27 Apr 3pm DYLAN AND IGOR FAMILY SHOW Music and mayhem in heart-warming tale
Sat 11 May 7.30pm LONDON MOZART PLAYERS Dazzling 70th Anniversary programme
Wed 15 May 1pm OAE YOUNG ARTISTS ANIMA FIDIS QUARTET Showcasing popular classical composers
JUN
Sat 18 May 7.30pm CÒIG Unique blend of talents with rising Celtic stars
Fri 7 Jun 7.30pm CATRIN FINCH & SECKOU KEITA Breath-taking musical union of kora and harp
Sun 19 May 7.30pm JOHN ETHERIDGE’S SWEET CHORUS Swinging acoustic jazz as tribute to a legend Wed 22 May 7.15pm THE ROYAL BALLET MIXED TRIPLE BILL (AS LIVE) Fri 24 May 7.30pm ADRIANO ADEWALE / GWILYM SIMCOCK / JASON REBELLO All-star line-up in scintillating showcase Thu 30 May 11am JONATHAN JAMES DISCOVERING MUSIC Ravel’s mercurial legacy Fri 31 May 7.30pm BRODSKY QUARTET Sublime strings and exceptional craftsmanship
Sun 2 Jun 7pm SISTERS OF SWING / SWING BIRDS
Sat 8 Jun 7.30pm BATH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Wed 12 Jun 7.15pm THE ROYAL BALLET ROMEO AND JULIET (AS LIVE) Sat 22 Jun 10am-4pm BIG FAMILY MUSIC DAY Discover year-round music making at WMC Fri 28 Jun 7.30pm THE BLUES BAND
JUL / AUG Thu 25 Jul 7.30pm AMADEUS ORCHESTRA Fri 30 Aug 7.30pm / Sat 31 Aug 3pm WEST OF ENGLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA Youth stars shine in a spectacular space-odyssey
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TUE 26 MAR 11AM
FRI 29 MAR 7.30PM
FRI 5 APR 7.30PM
‘A national treasure… long may they continue to make new music”
JONATHAN JAMES DISCOVERING MUSIC Morning music lecture Exploring Schubert’s last string quartet ahead of the Doric String Quartet recital Addled by physical and mental illness, Schubert produced some of his most surprising works in his very final years. His last quartet is filled with the tension, harmonic invention and eloquence we associate with this final period. In this lecture Jonathan James will explore this stunning work and put it in the context of his late style. £8 22
Followed by a WMC Friends and Volunteers lunch (please book separately)
Steve Reich
LONDON SINFONIETTA Turning Points: The Emergence of Minimalism Jonathan Cross presenter Programme includes: REICH Clapping Music GLASS 1+1 RILEY In C From experimental beginnings on the east and west coast of America, Minimalism is now a mainstay of contemporary music, with cross connections to film, dance, art and literature. Professor
Jonathan Cross introduces this latest London Sinfonietta Turning Points event that explores how the musical movement emerged. His illustrated talk in the first half is followed by performances of works by some of the movement’s most well-known composers and culminates in a special performance of Terry Riley’s In C featuring young musicians from the West of England Youth Orchestra. £16 / £8 U18s + students
SUN 7 APR 2PM
DORIC STRING QUARTET An evening of masterworks with our Resident Quartet Alex Redington violin Ying Xue violin Hélène Clément viola John Myerscough cello BEETHOVEN Quartet in B flat major Op 18 No 6 BRITTEN Quartet No 3 Op 94 SCHUBERT String Quartet in G major D887 Schubert’s final Quartet in G major published posthumously in 1851 is one of the most profound and moving works in the genre and is characterised by its endless melodic stream and invention, as well as a deep sense of foreboding.
FRI 12 APR 7.30PM / SAT 13 APR 3PM
WEST OF ENGLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA / TOM POSTER A sense of contrasts characterises Beethoven’s String Quartet Op 18 No 6, which balances stunning modulations and gripping pathos with remarkable rhythmic disruptions and extreme dynamic variation. Britten’s last completed major instrumental work was premiered in 1976 at Snape Maltings, just two weeks after the composer’s death. £20 / Free for Under-25s 6.30pm pre-concert talk (free) Supported by
THE ROYAL OPERA LA FORZA DEL DESTINO (AS LIVE) Livestream opera: Christof Loy directs a star-studded cast of singers, including Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann and Ludovic Tézier, in Verdi’s epic opera, conducted by Antonio Pappano. £15 / £7.50 U18s + students Running time: c.4h 15m / two intervals. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Top class youth orchestra dazzle with a ravishing Russian programme Timothy Redmond conductor Tom Poster piano MUSSORGSKY Night on a Bald Mountain RACHMANINOV Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Op 43 TCHAIKOVSKY Overture 1812 Op 49 Join some of the finest young musicians in the South West for this stunning programme of Russian symphonic favourites. In this culmination concert of their Easter training course, the young musicians will perform with pianist Tom Poster who makes a welcome return to WMC.
In demand internationally as a soloist and chamber musician, his playing is characterised by lyricism, wit and musical integrity. £15 / £13 Family Ticket (p38) / £7.50 U18s + students Principal Sponsor
Supported by Patrons of the Youth Orchestra and Wiltshire Freemasons
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SUN 14 APR 7.30PM
FRI 26 APR 5.15PM
THE SHEE Gaelic ballads, high energy tunes, hypnotic riffs and, of course ...clog dancing Cross-border folk multiinstrumentalists and festival favourites The Shee are an exceptional all-female band boasting powerful and emotional vocal performances and instrumental prowess.
‘Beautifully sensitive musicianship and stunning vocals, it’s hard not to be left spellbound.’ Gramophone
ALUMNI OF THE CHOIR OF CLARE COLLEGE, CAMBRIDGE
Showcasing the talents of Radio 2 Folk Musician of the year 2017 Rachel Newton on harp and strings, and Sting’s ‘go to’ clog dancer Amy Thatcher on accordion, the band have a huge range of individual musical influences that bring together an adventurous brew of traditional folk, Gaelic tunes and bluegrass music.
VOCAL WORKSHOP
£16 / £8 U18s + students
Graham Ross conductor
Kid-a-Quid: up to two Under-18s pay £1 each with every full-price ticket
FRI 26 APR 7.30PM
In this vocal workshop conductor Graham Ross explores good singing technique and guides participants through two contrasting pieces of the choral repertoire: Heinrich Schütz’s sublime Selig sind die Toten and Arthur Sullivan’s much-loved The Long Day Closes. Music will be provided on the day or in advance as required. Some advance singing experience preferable, but participants need not be note-perfect.
‘Such endless perfectness’: an evening of incomparable a cappella Graham Ross conductor
SAT 27 APR 3PM Programme to include: SCHÜTZ Selig sind die Toten HOLST Nunc dimittis HOWELLS I heard a voice from heaven ELGAR They are at rest SULLIVAN The long day closes MONK arr ROSS Abide with me HARRIS Faire is the heaven GERSHWIN arr ROSS Summertime Conductor Graham Ross and his outstanding Alumni of the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge present a magnificent a cappella programme exploring the music of heaven, and our journey to it. Spanning centuries of repertoire from soaring Renaissance
‘This really is exceptional singing – immaculately balanced and blended’ Gramophone
masterpieces by Lobo, Schütz and Taverner to intimate closeharmony arrangements of Gershwin and Irving Berlin, the programme includes much-loved part-songs by Vaughan Williams, Pearsall and Sullivan, as well as Ross’s own popular arrangement of Abide with me. £22 / £11 U18s + students 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) Bar open late Supported by the Principal Friends of Wiltshire Music Centre
DYLAN AND IGOR FAMILY SHOW Music, mayhem and laughter abound in this heart-warming story of friendships found Michael Loader storyteller Dylan didn’t have any friends, so he listened to the sea and before he knew it he had a new invisible friend! Join Wild Words in their new family show that fuses the artistry of Dylan Thomas and Igor Stravinsky through the musicianship of Tim Hill (reeds), Martin Solomon (strings) alongside storyteller Michael Loader.
6+ YRS
Well-honed melodies, spontaneous mayhem, crazy characters and overtones of hoover drones all abound in a profound message about finding what you like doing and making friends. £8 / £4 U18s + students 2PM PLAYSHOP – romp along to ‘We’re Going on a Word Hunt’. Say hello and hear the instruments that blow, strum and pluck their way through the show! Free to ticket holders / book early as places are limited.
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Open to all ages
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WED 1 MAY 6.45PM
FRI 3 MAY 7.30PM
SAT 4 MAY 3PM
SUN 5 MAY 7PM
APD LIVE IN THE BAR
THE ROYAL OPERA FAUST (AS LIVE) Livestream opera: experience the decadence and elegance of 1870s Paris in David McVicar’s spectacular production of Gounod’s beloved opera. With Michael Fabiano as Faust and Diana Damrau and Erwin Schrott. £15 / £7.50 U18s + students Running time: c.3h 45m / one interval. Sung in French with English subtitles.
ORCHESTRA OF THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT BACH SUITES Order and moderation versus rebellion and pleasure Margaret Faultless leader Katharina Spreckelsen oboe Katy Bircher flute BACH Suite No 3 BWV 1068 BACH Concerto for Oboe D’Amore BWV 1055 BACH Suite No 2 BWV 1067 BACH Suite No 1 BWV 1066
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Bach achieved a perfect balance of pleasure and precision with his set of Orchestral Suites. After years in the service of various church employers, he let loose with a bit of Gallic flair, trying his hand at writing in various styles of French dance music. In each Orchestral Suite, Bach brings his usual mathematical precision and endless melodic invention to the gigues, gavottes and minuets that were the popular music of the day.
£34 / £17 U18s + students 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free)
NYJO AMBASSADORS AND MARK ARMSTRONG FAMILY CONCERT Do you know how to groove? A fun-packed introduction to the world of jazz and improvisation Mark Armstrong presenter
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment is supported by Jupiter
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment Orchestra in Residence
5+ YRS
Trailblazing folk trio serve up an irresistible cocktail of traditional tunes Norwich based folk trio Alden, Patterson and Dashwood weave rich vocal harmonies, fiddle, dobro and guitar around beautifully written original songs and melodies. Their music is influenced by folk traditions
from both sides of the Atlantic with uplifting instrumentals and self-penned songs depicting tales of young travellers, sleepy seas and their affection for home. £10 / £5 U18s + students Bar open late
In this presented family concert National Youth Jazz Orchestra Artistic Director Mark Armstrong and his NYJO Ambassadors lift the lid on how jazz works, exploring the instruments, the story behind the music, improvisation and how jazz musicians play together. The concert features lots of interactive games and lively performances to spark curiosity and fire the imagination. £8 / £4 U18s + students
‘It’s lovely stuff’ Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2 Folk Show
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FRI 10 MAY 7.30PM
SAT 11 MAY 2PM
SAM SWEENEY THE UNFINISHED VIOLIN Star folk instrumentalist performs songs from his latest album Since joining Bellowhead as a teenager, Sam Sweeney has rapidly established himself as one of the great instrumentalists in contemporary folk. His instrument, made but not assembled, was originally owned by Richard Howard, a music hall performer who died in the Great War. The evocative tale of the fateful owner moved Sam to write his latest collection of music.
The sometimes mournful, often hopeful, songs on his record imagine the melodies of days gone by, performed with musicians Rob Harbron, Jack Rutter, Becky Price and Ben Nicholls. £18 / £9 U18s + students 6.45pm FreeStage performance by Bath Strings Academy Bar open late
WED 15 MAY 1PM
LONDON MOZART PLAYERS RELAXED CONCERT
LONDON MOZART PLAYERS
A joyful inclusive performance of classical favourites
A dazzling orchestral programme that marks their 70th Anniversary Year
this tradition in this programme of orchestral gems from the classical repertoire.
Ruth Rogers director / violin Judith Busbridge viola
Haydn’s moving Trauer Symphony and Elgar’s expressive Serenade for Strings are the perfect partners for Mozart’s accomplished and joyous early symphony – written when the composer was just eighteen.
Ruth Rogers director / presenter Programme to include extracts from: MOZART Eine Kleine Nacht Musik STRAUSS Pizzicato Polka HOLST St Pauls Suite BRAHMS Hungarian Dance STRAUSS Blue Danube Waltz We are delighted to welcome back one of the UK’s finest chamber orchestras for this popular and inclusive programme of well-known classical tunes to delight every listener.
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SAT 11 MAY 7.30PM
Humming along is encouraged as part of this relaxed concert, during which there will be a relaxed attitude to noise. House lights will remain on and audience members are free to leave and re-enter at any point. £8 / £4 U18s + students 1.15PM PLAYSHOP – come and meet the instruments of the string family; strum the strings and soar with the bow with members of the band ahead of their afternoon concert. Supported by
HAYDN Symphony No 44 in E minor ‘Trauer’ MOZART Sinfonia Concertante in E flat major K364 ELGAR Serenade for Strings Op 20 MOZART Symphony No 29 in A major K219 Over its seventy-year history London Mozart Players has remained at the forefront of the British music scene. Founded in 1949 to delight audiences with the music of Mozart and Haydn, they continue
£28 / £14 U18s + students 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) 9.30pm post-concert performance in the bar Supported by
OAE YOUNG ARTISTS ANIMA FIDIS QUARTET A showcase of popular classical composers from the 18th Century Aliza Vicente violin Anna Morozkina violin Alba Encinas viola Alex Jellici cello Scarlatti Sonata à Quattro No 4 in D minor Boccherini Quartet in G major Op 44 Arriaga String Quartet in D minor No 1
The Anima Fidis String Quartet specialises in the performance of 18th and 19th century music. The Quartet was founded in 2017 in Switzerland when the four musicians decided to come together after musical encounters with the European Union Baroque Orchestra and the OAE Experience Scheme. In this programme they showcase early works for string quartet that established the genre as we know it today. £10 / Free for Under-25s Supported by
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SAT 18 MAY 7.30PM
SUN 19 MAY 7.30PM
WED 22 MAY 7.15PM
‘Gorgeous stuff’ The Times
CÒIG Non-traditional trad from the rising stars of the Celtic world Còig’s unique mix of talents and energetic performances define them as one of today’s most exciting North American Celtic groups. Fiddler Chrissy Crowley has a flair for world and contemporary music, while pianist Jason Roach adds a touch of jazz. Darren McMullen (guitar, banjo, mandolin) brings an Irish and rock flavour, and fiddler Rachel Davis brings trad and folk elements. 30
You’re guaranteed to fall for their vivacious instrumentals and vocal numbers, including a standout arrangement of Peter Gabriel’s Solsbury Hill. £16 / £8 U18s + students Buy This, Try This: enjoy this concert for half price if you’ve bought a ticket to the Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers (p17) 6.45pm FreeStage performance by Bath Youth Folk Band
JOHN ETHERIDGE’S SWEET CHORUS Revel in the melodies of swinging acoustic jazz in this touching tribute to a true jazz legend John Etheridge guitar Christian Garrick violin Dave Kelbie rhythm guitar Andy Crowdy double bass Formed 20 years ago by legendary guitarist John Etheridge to celebrate the work of the 20th century’s greatest jazz violinist Stephane Grappelli, with whom
he toured the world for five years, Sweet Chorus is a dazzling and joyful celebration of masterful acoustic jazz.
THE ROYAL BALLET MIXED TRIPLE BILL (AS LIVE) Livestream ballet: Vivaldi, Bosso and Górecki set the soundtrack to this spectacular triple bill. Including two recent works and one world premiere, the performances combine to showcase the contemporary face of The Royal Ballet. With choreography by Christopher Wheeldon, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and Crystal Pite. £15 / £7.50 U18s + students Running time: c.3h 15m / two intervals.
FRI 24 MAY 7.30PM
ADRIANO ADEWALE / GWILYM SIMCOCK / JASON REBELLO WMC Artists in Residence combine for a truly unique performance Adriano Adewale percussion Gwilym Simcock piano Jason Rebello piano We are delighted to welcome three stellar WMC Artists in Residence (past and present) for a one-off collaborative concert that will combine virtuoso performances,
scintillating improvisations, and top-class music-making at its best. Alongside individual interpretations and arrangements of jazz standards and original compositions by these three world class musicians, the concert will also feature a specially composed new work. £20 / £10 U18s + students
Adriano Adewale Nimmo Artist in Residence 6.15pm pre-concert Supper Club £20 6.45pm FreeStage performance by Wiltshire Young Musicians 9.30pm post-concert jazz in the bar
With a mixture of standards, American swing, Latin American and original compositions, this performance is an affectionate reminiscence of a man who was eccentric, inspired and individual. £18 / £9 U18s + students 31
THU 30 MAY 11AM
JONATHAN JAMES DISCOVERING MUSIC Morning music lecture Exploring Ravel’s life and work ahead of the Brodsky Quartet recital Ravel manages to combine Impressionist colour and fluidity with classical restraint, and his string quartet is a wonderful example of his imaginative writing for strings. It’s an early masterpiece for the composer and a charming, mercurial work for any quartet to play. In this lecture Jonathan James will trace its influences in the works of Wagner, Fauré and Debussy and look at its impact on the genre as a whole. 32
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FRI 31 MAY 7.30PM
SUN 2 JUN 7PM
Daniel Rowland violin Ian Belton violin Paul Cassidy viola Jacqueline Thomas cello WOLF Italian Serenade RAVEL String Quartet in F major SCHUBERT Quartet D810 ‘Death and the Maiden’ Since its formation in 1972 the Brodsky Quartet has earned its place at the very forefront of the international chamber music scene, and their energy and craftsmanship have attracted numerous awards and accolades worldwide.
SAT 8 JUN 7.30PM
SISTERS OF SWING / SWING BIRDS
BRODSKY QUARTET Leading international quartet perform Schubert’s late masterpiece
FRI 7 JUN 7.30PM
‘Delicate but quietly thrilling’ ***** The Guardian
Two big bands become one for a dazzling evening of all-female jazz
“They are now one of the most popular world music acts of this decade.”
Jocelyn Dawson-Wood conductor / director, Sisters of Swing Mo Squires director, Swing Birds
Schubert’s famous late quartet, written in 1826, is an intense work with the theme of death at its heart. Ravel’s only string quartet dates from 1903 while he was still a student at the Paris Conservatoire and is dedicated to his teacher Gabriel Fauré. £20 / Free for Under-25s 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) Supported by
For one night only, come and experience the joy of live swing music inspired by the legendary Ivy Benson Band! Two local, all-female big bands have joined forces for this special concert full of classics blended seamlessly with current hits from the likes of Caro Emerald and Adele. £15 / £10 U18s + students + unwaged / jobseekers A Sisters of Swing / Swing Birds promotion. In aid of Women’s Aid and Cancer Research UK.
SONGLINES
Welsh harpist Catrin Finch and Senegalese kora player Seckou Keita continue their celebration and exploration of the remarkable affinities between the Welsh harp and the West African kora.
First introduced in March 2012, this opportune meeting of musical talents has produced a collaboration of great potency and depth, and after over 100 concerts worldwide, their artistic compatibility shows no sign of abating. Impossible to pigeon-hole, their sublime music blurs the boundaries between world music, classical, folk
‘Friends in the North’ Eugene Monteith conductor / musical director Nicola Meecham piano DELIUS The Walk to the Paradise Garden GRIEG Piano Concerto in A minor HALVORSEN Symphony No 1 in C minor
CATRIN FINCH & SECKOU KEITA Plucked from West Africa, the Senegalese kora meets its cousin, the Welsh harp, in this breathtaking musical union
BATH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
and traditional genres, leaping over cultural barriers and roaming in borderless musical territory. £20 / £10 U18s + students 6.30pm pre-concert talk with the artists (free) Bar open late
The Piano Concerto in A minor was Grieg’s only large-scale orchestral work and remains one of the most popular works in the genre. Norwegian Johan Halvorsen was a violinist, conductor and composer of theatre music; he was also a great friend and admirer of Grieg, and his music follows the same Romantic tradition of lush, sweeping melodies and colourful orchestration. £15 / £7 U18s + students A Bath Symphony Orchestra promotion
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WED 12 JUN 7.15PM
SAT 22 JUN 10AM – 4PM
FRI 28 JUN 7.30PM
THE BLUES BAND
BIG FAMILY MUSIC DAY THE ROYAL BALLET ROMEO AND JULIET (AS LIVE)
Discover amazing ways to get involved in music-making all year round at WMC
Livestream ballet: Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers encounter passion and tragedy in Kenneth MacMillan’s 20th century ballet masterpiece.
Whether you’re already a confident player or haven’t played for a while, or if you’ve never picked up an instrument before, this relaxed family day provides the perfect opportunity to have a go!
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Running time: c.3h 15m / two intervals.
Join us for a jam-packed day of fun musical workshops, arts and crafts activities, amazing live performances and instrument taster sessions for all ages and abilities.
Pack a picnic, bring the grandparents and join us for a brilliant family day out. £6 / £3 U18s + students Supported by
SUMMER FUN
An evening of Russian masterpieces
Creative activities for kids of all ages throughout the summer holidays
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Scheherazade Op 35 RACHMANINOV Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini Op 43 SHOSTAKOVICH Symphony No 8 in C minor Op 65 A special concert to celebrate 40 years The Blues Band return to celebrate their 40th anniversary, with favourite classic blues material as well as new songs from their most recent release The Rooster Crowed. With an international reputation as one of the finest exponents of the blues tradition in all its forms, the band continues to fly in the face of musical tradition. £27 A The Blues Band promotion
AUGUST 2019
AMADEUS ORCHESTRA Philip Mackenzie conductor Mariya Kostenko piano
SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES
Explore, create and take part in trombone tooting, string strumming and samba drumming, guided by expert practitioners and local groups.
THU 25 JUL 7PM
Following the success of their spellbinding summer 2018 concert at WMC, the Amadeus Orchestra return with a vibrant programme of Russian greats. Formed in 1990, it is one of the world’s foremost training orchestras for young professionals and music students. £25 / £10 U18s +students An Amadeus Orchestra promotion
Including musicals, crafts, circus skills, band rehearsals and more! Enjoy a wide range of creative activities for young people of all ages throughout August at WMC. For more information, please contact summerfun@ wiltshiremusic.org.uk or call the box office on 01225 860100 Activity prices start from just £5 Suitable for ages 1–18
FRI 30 AUG 7.30PM SAT 31 AUG 3PM
WEST OF ENGLAND YOUTH ORCHESTRA A ravishing orchestral programme and a space odyssey through the stars Timothy Redmond conductor Programme to include: HOLST The Planets DOVE Stargazer The finest young musicians from the South West come together to perform a rich orchestral programme, including a new trombone concerto by Jonathan Dove who celebrates his 60th birthday this year.
Written between 1914-1916 The Planets represents all the known planets of the Solar System seen from Earth at the time, and their corresponding astrological character is represented in each memorable movement. £15 / £13 Family Ticket (p38) / £7.50 U18s + students Principal Sponsor
Supported by Patrons of the Youth Orchestra and Wiltshire Freemasons
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CREATIVE LEARNING At Wiltshire Music Centre we work with schools, communities and families across the county through our Creative Learning Programme. Our year-round participatory projects are designed to develop, enrich and inspire. From working with guest artists to support music education in schools, to developing talented young musicians through the West of England Youth Orchestra and Wiltshire Youth Jazz Orchestra, young people are at the heart of our work. Every year we support:
5,000 children through Creative Learning projects.
Our free My Science Fair (p14) and Big Family Music Day (p34) also provide fun opportunities for young people to get creative and learn about music through workshops and performances.
This year, visiting artists, The Marmen Quartet (p6), Derek Paravicini (p11) and Adriano Adewale (p31) will be helping to deliver Creative Learning projects in schools across the county, enabling young people to experience the joy of creative workshops and the wonder of performance. Through our Creative Learning programme we find innovative ways to make music accessible to everyone. Hit It! delivers web-streamed drumming lessons for young people, whilst Celebrating Age Wiltshire helps older people to enjoy a range of arts activities in their communities. Last year we supported:
837 participants through Celebrating Age Wiltshire events.
Spotlight on...
ZONE CLUB Monthly music, dance and film workshop for young adults with learning difficulties Making music accessible to all, Zone Club brings together musicians, film makers and music therapists to support young adults with learning difficulties. These monthly whole-day sessions allow participants to explore music and express themselves through new songs and lyrics.
SATURDAY JAZZ Led by Mike Daniels, Music Director for Wiltshire Youth Jazz Orchestra, and practitioners from National Youth Jazz Orchestra, this monthly jazz workshop provides training for young jazz players seeking to take their playing to the next level. Every second Saturday of the month £12 per session Open to intermediate-level players. Ages 11-25.
REGULAR ACTIVITIES AT WILTSHIRE MUSIC CENTRE
COURAGE CHOIR
couragechoir.com WILTSHIRE YOUNG SINGERS
wiltshireyoungmusicians.org.uk
THURSDAYS WILTSHIRE YOUNG MUSICIANS
wiltshireyoungmusicians.org.uk In addition to hosting Trinity and Rockschool music exams, the Centre hosts a mix of regular activities. For more information, or if you would like to bring your own group to the Centre, please call 01225 860 110.
MONDAYS
Every first Saturday of the month
WEDNESDAYS
JAZZ FACTORY
PARKINSONS CAFÉ
jhenderson@parkinsons.org.uk
FRIDAYS LITTLE PICCOLOS
littlepiccolos.co.uk CATHERINE TRUSCOTT PILATES
peartreestudios.co.uk
RECORDED MUSIC SOCIETY
£20 per session
SUNDAY FOLK
jazzfactory.org
Open to young adults aged 18+
Delivered in partnership with Bath Youth Folk Band, this relaxed monthly workshop is open to young people who wish to explore folk and traditional music, and develop their ensemble playing and improvisation skills.
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SATURDAYS
LECTURES WITH DR ALLAN PHILLIPSON
ZONE CLUB
Every fourth Sunday of the month
SINGING FOR THE BRAIN
allanphillipson@yahoo.com
TUESDAYS ALL IN HARMONY CHOIR
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CANTAMUS CHAMBER CHOIR
£10 per session
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All standards welcome and no prior knowledge required. Ages 8-18.
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SPECIAL EVENTS JAZZ FACTORY
Members of Jazz Factory take to the stage to showcase what has been happening over the last term during their weekly workshops. Retiring collections will support bursaries for new members. MON 25 MAR 8PM
JAZZ FACTORY SHOWCASE MON 8 JUL 8PM
JAZZ FACTORY SHOWCASE
WILTSHIRE YOUNG MUSICIANS SAT 30 MAR
LOVE TO PLAY! STRINGS SUN 31 MAR
LOVE TO PLAY! WIND & BRASS
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SUNDAYS
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SUNDAY FOLK
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SENIOR CONCERT SUMMER CONCERTS
Wiltshire Music Centre has rooms and spaces available to hire throughout the year for performances, meetings, conferences, rehearsals, training days, community events and other activities. • 300 seat auditorium • Digital cinema projector and screen • Audiovisual Technician support • Recording facilities • Livestreaming capabilities • PA systems • Meeting rooms • Free Wi-Fi • Free parking • Fully licensed bar • Catering available • Public transport links • Full accessibility Wiltshire Music Centre is a registered charity no.1026160. Income from lettings and hires helps to support our live music and education programmes.
ST LAURENCE SCHOOL
CATHERINE TRUSCOTT PILATES
WED 27 MAR
SOUNDWELL MUSIC THERAPY
WED 10 JUL
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HIRE US
SCHOOL SPRING CONCERT SUMMER CONCERT
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EAT AND DRINK
VOLUNTEER WITH US
FRIENDS BOOKING MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
The Bar offers an informal setting to relax with friends and enjoy pre-performance or interval drinks (which can be ordered in advance). Enjoy a selection of specially chosen wines, local beers, ciders, spirits, soft drinks, teas, coffee, ice creams and bar snacks. Free WiFi available.
WMC is incredibly grateful for the support of over 100 volunteers who play a vital role in running events and ensuring a great experience for audiences by providing a welcoming, professional and safe service.
Help to support the Wiltshire Music Centre by joining our Friends scheme and enjoy a range of benefits:
Complete your WMC experience with ‘superb food’ (Bath Chronicle) by the award-winning Fat Fowl Kitchen, Bradford on Avon. Order a platter of seasonal, locally-sourced charcuterie, seafood and vegetarian delicacies (£13.50 each) and the finest tarts, salads and puddings (from £4.75). Available prior to all concerts and livestream events. Please pre-order at the Box Office 01225 860 100 by 3pm on the day before your concert. Menu info: wiltshiremusic.org.uk
The Centre welcomes volunteers of all ages who are reliable, committed and friendly. If you would like to join our team and help us to make WMC the perfect environment for world-class music, please contact Claire our Volunteer Coordinator: 01225 860110 / volunteers@ wiltshiremusic.org.uk
‘The other volunteers, and the staff, are a joy to work with. It is like a family and it is so nice to be part of.’ WMC Volunteer
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Enjoy a hot main course and a glass of wine or soft drink at the Centre and meet other music lovers before the concert. Selected concerts only. £20 per person.
Good Friend £30 Single / £40 Joint (per year) •P riority Booking •A dvanced brochure mailing •S pecial trips and events •F riends’ news and updates
Special Friend £120 (per year) / £10 (per month) Receive the benefits offered to Good Friends, and in addition: • I nvitations to Open Rehearsals •A cknowledgement as a Supporter in concert brochures
Principal Friend £240+ (per year) / £20+ (per month) Receive all the benefits offered to Good and Special Friends and in addition: • Opportunities to meet artists • I nvitation to a Season Preview with the Artistic Director
HOW TO JOIN
Purchase your Friends membership online at wiltshiremusic.org.uk or call our Box Office on 01225 860 100 and speak to a member of our team.
HOW TO BOOK
Online at wiltshiremusic.org.uk By phone (01225 860 100) or in person Mon – Fri 10am – 6pm; and from 5pm until interval end on a concert night (when applicable) Tickets can be collected anytime or posted to you for £1 to cover postage.
BOOKING OPENS
Friends’ Priority Booking opens Mon 12 Nov 2018 10am General / Online Booking opens Mon 26 Nov 2018 10am
DISCOUNTS
Multibuy discount: get a £1 discount per ticket when booking for three or more different WMC promoted concerts at the same time. Reduced-price standing tickets are offered on selected concerts. Please contact Box Office for availability. One complimentary Carer’s ticket is available to those registered disabled and requiring assistance to attend. Groups 10+: One free ticket for every 10 seats booked. Contact the Box Office to organise your visit. Kid-A-Quid: for selected concerts, up to two Under-18s pay just £1 each when tickets are bought with one full-price ticket to the same concert.
Free tickets for Under-25s (inclusive) are available for selected concerts thanks to the Cavatina Chamber Music Trust (cavatina.net). Family tickets: families of members of the West of England Youth Orchestra and Wiltshire Youth Jazz Orchestra can get a £2 discount on up to two tickets for each Youth Orchestra or Wiltshire Youth Jazz Orchestra concert.
AUDITORIUM SEATING PLAN All 300 seats in our purpose-built concert hall have unrestricted views of the stage. The auditorium was designed for excellent sound quality.
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TICKET RETURNS
We offer a resale service for sold-out events only at an administration fee of £1 per ticket. Return your tickets no later than five hours before the performance. If resold, we can offer you a credit against a future concert. We regret that we are unable to refund tickets.
GIFT VOUCHERS
Available in any denomination and with a one year expiry date.
BAR OPENING TIMES
The Centre has a fully licensed bar that is open to audience members at least 30 minutes before each concert. Please allow 15 minutes to collect tickets and to order interval drinks.
STAY IN TOUCH
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Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this brochure, in exceptional circumstances we may have to make changes to the planned programme and pricing. We avoid this wherever possible but reserve the right to do so when required.
Wiltshire Music Centre Trust Ltd
Full booking terms and conditions can be found at wiltshiremusic.org.uk
Registered Charity Number 1026160 VAT Number 682070050
Registered Office: Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, BA15 1DZ Administration: 01225 860 110 Chief Executive: Maud Saint-Sardos Artistic Director: James Slater
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ADAPTED TOILETS are available. BABY CHANGING FACILITIES and PUSHCHAIR STORAGE are available. For BRAILLE USERS there are tactile signs throughout the Centre. THE HARD OF HEARING can use the Centre’s induction loops at the Bar and Box Office. The auditorium has an infrared system. Please ask at the Box Office for headphones or a portable neck loop. GUIDE DOGS / ASSISTING DOGS are very welcome. LARGE PRINT FORMAT of this brochure or concert programmes are available on request. Please contact info@wiltshiremusic.org.uk or call the Box Office on 01225 860 100 if you have any questions or specific access requirements.
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HOW TO FIND US
The Centre is located on the Bath side of Bradford on Avon, and is clearly signposted (brown panel signs) on all roads.
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Bradford on Avon Railway Station is a 20 minute (uphill) walk or short taxi ride away: gwr.co.uk
Bus Route D1 (Bath – Salisbury) stops close to the Centre; ask for the Churches stop on Winsley Road and then follow directional signs: firstgroup.com
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Parking is free on site. For evening concerts please use the Ashley Road car park on the St Laurence School site. Additional / disabled blue badge holders parking is available off Winsley Road / Churches. Please park responsibly.
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