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SUMMARY:Somerset International Festival of the Arts - Argentine tangos by candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Book now\nPiazzolla The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires\nPiazzolla Oblivion\nPiazzolla Ave Maria\nPiazzolla Adios Nonino\nTroilo La Trampera\nCobián / Cadícamo Nostalgias\nGardel / Le Pera Volver \nThe Somerset International Festival of the Arts finale concert pays homage to the extraordinary Argentinian composer and bandoneon player\, Astor Piazzolla.  Musicians from the Bristol Ensemble join forces with international bandoneon virtuoso Mirek Salmon to present an immersive programme of music from the undisputed master of the tango. \nThe Four Seasons of Buenos Aires forms the centre piece of this performance\, alongside more intimate works for an exhilarating fusion of music and dance!
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/sifa-argentine-tangos/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, St Andrew's Church\, Backwell\, BS48 3JJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Somerset International Festival of the Arts - Film Classics of the Silver Screen
DESCRIPTION:Book now\nJoin The Bristol Ensemble for an unmissable evening celebrating music from the great movie soundtracks\, including Dr Zhivago\, Love Story\, The Godfather\, Ladies in Lavender and many more.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/sifa-film-classics/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, St Andrew's Church\, Backwell\, BS48 3JJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Henleaze Concert Society: Glories of the Baroque by candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Book now\nHandel Arrival of the Queen of Sheba\nVivaldi Trio Sonata in D minor ‘La Follia’\nBach Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major\, BWV 1046\nHandel Water Music \nOur 2023-24 season kicks off in style with a programme of Baroque favourites performed by the Bristol Ensemble including the effervescent fanfare Arrival of the Queen of Sheba and Vivaldi’s spirited set of variations La Follia (The Madness). At the heart of this concert are Handel’s majestic Water Music and Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No.1 – his ‘job application par excellence’ written for the Margrave of Brandenburg. The first is the grandest and richest of all six concertos\, with the most solo instruments and movements. \nPre-concert talk with Steve Clarke begins at 6.45pm. Doors open at 6.15pm for the talk and at 7.15pm for the concert only. \n \nTickets \nSeason ticket for six series concerts £85 including membership\nAnnual Society Membership £12\nTickets for members £15\nTickets for non members £18\nUnder 25 year olds £5 \nThe ticket price includes a programme and interval drink. \nHow to book \nBook tickets online now at Eventbrite \nTickets are available from Henleaze Post Office. \nYou can also book by sending a cheque payable to Henleaze Concert Society\, covering note and SAE to 2 Saville Mews\, Kingsdown Parade\, Bristol BS6 5UL \nTickets are available on the door from 6.15pm.  \nSeason Tickets and Annual Society Membership\nSeason tickets are only £85 including Society Membership and admission to all six concerts from October to June. Alternatively\, becoming a member of Henleaze Concert Society for £12 entitles you to book tickets for individual concerts at the members’ discounted rate. Season tickets and membership are available to buy by post by returning the Ticket Order Form with your payment and a stamped addressed envelope. \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/glories-of-the-baroque/
LOCATION:Trinity-Henleaze URC\, Waterford Road\, Bristol\, BS9 4BT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Somerset International Festival of the Arts - Family Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book now\nJoin our award-winning Preludes education team for a fantastic session of music showcasing the string section of the orchestra – that’s violin\, viola\, and cello! \nThis is a wonderful chance for young children to learn about the string instruments of the orchestra\, hear pieces composed for strings and try out instruments at the end of the session! \nSuitable for children age 4 +
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/sifa-family-workshop/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, St Andrew's Church\, Backwell\, BS48 3JJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231006T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231006T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Somerset International Festival of the Arts - Vivaldi's Four Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Book now\nVivaldi Four Seasons\nAlbinoni Oboe Concerto\nTelemann Viola Concerto\nPachelbel Canon\nBach Air on the G String\n\nSomerset International Festival 2023 launches with an evening of some of the finest Baroque masterpieces\, including Vivaldi’s ever popular Four Seasons with soloist and festival director Liv-Marie Kodurand. The programme also features Pachelbel’s Canon\, and music by Bach\, Albinoni and Telemann.\n\nPerformed in the atmospheric candlelit surroundings of St Andrew’s church by the South West’s premier chamber orchestra the Bristol Ensemble\, this concert will also feature narration by renowned actor and musician John Telfer.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/sifa-four-seasons/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s Church\, St Andrew's Church\, Backwell\, BS48 3JJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230930T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230930T111500
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Music for Miniatures
DESCRIPTION:Music for Miniatures provides opportunities for children and their families to experience high quality live music\, staging family concerts across Bristol\, Bath\, Wiltshire\, Somerset and Gloucestershire \nIn this concert\, the Bristol Ensemble’s Simon Kodurand and Helen Reid perform music for violin and piano. With phenomenal playing from these excellent musicians\, there will be plenty to look at\, hear and explore for both children and their carers. \nTickets £9 for one adult and one child together\, additional adults £5 each\, additional children £4 each\, available online from www.tickettailor.com
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/music-for-miniatures/
LOCATION:Trinity-Henleaze URC\, Waterford Road\, Bristol\, BS9 4BT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230928T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230928T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Music for a Blue Planet
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble\nRoger Huckle conductor \nMusic from the BBC Blue Planet series\nBlue Planet Main Theme George Fenton\nSpinning Dolphins\nThe Sardine Run\nAngel Falls\nOur Planet is a Blue Planet \nThe Four Seasons\nPrimavera (Spring) Ludovico Einaudi\nSummer Max Richter\nAutumn Astor Piazzolla\nWinter Antonio Vivaldi \nMeditation\nSpiegel im Spiegel Arvo Pärt\nEarth Song Ludovico Einaudi\nPetricor Ludovico Einaudi\nTundra Ola Gjeilo \nSit back and contemplate our Blue Planet whilst being immersed in wonderful music inspired by planet Earth. \nThe backdrop to this fantastic concert is the extraordinary Gaia installation hanging in the center of Bath Abbey and a chance to sit and contemplate our Blue Planet whilst immersed in wonderful music. We take you on an incredible journey of music inspired by nature\, from the BBC series Blue Planet by George Fenton to the Four Seasons by four different composers: Einaudi\, Richter\, Piazzolla and Vivaldi. The timeless Spiegel im Spiegel by Arvo Pärt\, and Tundra by Ola Gjeilo gives you space to meditate in this unique concert that perhaps transports you to having an out-of-planet experience! \nTickets are £25 to £35 in the central nave\, £10 to £20 in the side aisles (restricted view)\, available from Bath Box Office online at www.bathboxoffice.org.uk\, and by phone on 01225 463362. \n \n 
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/music-for-a-blue-planet/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230923T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230923T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Classics by Candlelight at 1904 Arts Club
DESCRIPTION:Arrangements for string quartet\, flute and piano:\nG.F. Handel Overture Verdi prati from Alcina\nElisabetta de Gambarini The Friendly Wish\nW.A. Mozart Piano concerto in D minor\, K.466\nJ.S. Bach Preludes & Fugues from Book 2 of the ‘‘48’’\nHaydn Symphony no. 101 in D major\, The Clock \nBe bathed in the warming glow of a candlelight concert! Step into the hidden gem of the 1904 Arts Club\, Clifton\, and experience a beautiful evening of classical music surrounded by stunning candlelight in one of the most unique\, quirky spaces in Bristol. \nThe 1904 arts club is unique ‘tithe barn’ styled performance hall hidden away behind the Red Lodge Museum just off Park Street. This space is full of quirky artefacts and is the perfect backdrop for a relaxing evening of stunning music to candlelight. \nArranged for string quartet\, flute and piano\, the programme includes compositions from Mozart\, Bach\, Handel\, Gambarini & Haydn. Be delighted by new arrangements of well-known pieces in a huge range of musical styles! Baroque and classical era works have been honed in arrangements that give familiar music a new lease of life. \nEnjoy a glass or two of your favourite drink accompanied by a light snack from the bar before the concert and during the interval. Tickets £20\, available online at www.yuup.co/experiences/classics-by-candlelight
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/classics-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:1904 Arts Club\, The Red Lodge\, Park Row\, Bristol\, BS1 5LJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230917T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Tea-Time Concert
DESCRIPTION:Schubert String Quintet in C D.956 \nWritten just two months before the composer’s death\, Schubert’s String Quintet is widely regarded by many as his finest chamber work and one of the most important of the repertoire. It has been described as ‘sublime’ and having ‘bottomless pathos’. The Adagio second movement is tranquilly sublime\, and is so treasured that it has become one of the most requested pieces on Desert Island Discs. \nTea and home made cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15 (£13 for those on low incomes)\, available online from Eventbrite or on the door. Under 18s free of charge.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/tea-time-concert-sept-2023/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T204500
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:If Opera - Iolanta
DESCRIPTION:Iolanta Pyotr Tchaikovsky\nLibretto by Modest Tchaikovsky\nBased on the play Kong Renés Datter by Henrik Hertz \nFirst performed 18th December 1892 at Mariinsky Theatre\, St Petersburg \nDirected by Lysanne Van Overbeek\nConductor Paul Wingfield\nWith the If Opera Ensemble and resident orchestra Bristol Ensemble\nSung in Russian with English surtitles \nWiltshire Music Centre\, Bradford on Avon \nRunning time approximately 90 minutes\, no interval. \nAmong Tchaikovsky’s canon sits what has become one of the most treasured of his operas – the fantastical\, deeply moving Iolanta. This one act opera is a heartbreaking tale of the blind princess who is unaware of her disability as all those who care for her manage to keep it secret from her. Her world is one of darkness\, and she believes that is how it is for everybody. Love\, in the form of Count Vaudemont\, however\, comes to visit her and it is love’s embrace that brings back her sight. \nTchaikovsky’s ‘fairy tale’ has of course deeper meaning – the return of Iolanta’s sight is wrapped up in the notion of love’s true power but it was also in line with contemporaneous medical thinking. Whatever the background to the story\, however\, Iolanta is a relentlessly beautiful opera with aria after aria\, and a central duet of such febrile\, blistering gorgeousness that there is a growing belief that this opera sits among the very best of the composer’s work. The final exultant chorus is without question one of Tchaikovsky’s most beautiful and powerful creations. \nThis costumed and staged production\, our first at the Wiltshire Music Centre\, will create the magic of Iolanta’s kingdom and gives the If Opera ensemble a chance to sing one of the most exquisite of late 19th century Russian operas. \nIf Opera’s production will be directed by Lysanne van Overbeek and conducted by Paul Wingfield. \nVisit our membership page to access Priority Booking and other benefits\, or find out more about other opportunities for support. \nVenue: Wiltshire Music Centre\, Ashley Rd\, Bradford-on-Avon\, Wiltshire. BA15 1DZ \nTickets available online or from Bath Box Office\, telephone 01225 463 362 \nImage ‘Silent Noon’ by John Byam Shaw Courtesy of Leighton House\, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/if-opera-iolanta/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230827T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230827T144000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:If Opera - Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Will Todd\nLibretto by Maggie Gottlieb\nOriginal commission by Opera Holland Park\, based on designs by Leslie Travers \nDirector Lysanne van Overbeek\nConductor Mark Austin\nWith the If Opera Ensemble and resident orchestra Bristol Ensemble\nSung in English \nBelcombe Court\, Bradford on Avon \nRunning time approx. 1 hour \n“Beg\, borrow or steal a ticket for Alice in Wonderland – this show is FANTASTIC\, pure life-affirming joy.”\nSuzy Klein\, BBC Radio 3 \n“The show is such fun\, and so well sung\, that not even the youngest kids get bored… this is knock-out.”\nMichael Church\, The Independent \nEleven year old Alice is jolted out of her daydreams when she meets a talking rabbit who insists she follow him to a mysterious Wonderland. In this fantastical place\, Alice comes across a number of peculiar characters\, including a relaxed caterpillar\, a happy cat\, a depressive hare\, a white knight\, a romantic duchess\, a mad hatter and a sleepy dormouse. \nStaged originally at Opera Holland Park\, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland – by that globe-trotting choral\, jazz and opera dynamo\, the composer Will Todd – is perfect for little ones\, and makes for a glorious\, laugh-a-minute afternoon for the family. Described by the Daily Telegraph’s critic as ‘the most charming\, least condescending opera for children I have seen’\, and as ‘FANTASTIC\, pure life-affirming joy” by Suzy Klein on BBC Radio 3\, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland brings beautiful music and fast-paced excitement to Belcombe Court. \nThis reimagined production is directed by Lysanne van Overbeek and conducted by Mark Austin. \nBringing Alice to Bradford-on-Avon \nIf Opera is committed to introducing people of all ages to opera and we are proud to present – as part of our main season – Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland\, Will Todd’s magical opera of one of the world’s most enduring cultural icons.  Originally commissioned and produced by Opera Holland Park in promenade performances in 2013\, Alice went on to be performed for the stage at the Royal Opera House’s Linbury Studio. If Opera will produce a new stage version\, using original costumes. \nThe opera features a full compliment of the best loved characters from the story\, all performed by the If Opera company ensemble and a wonderful orchestra that delivers the glorious music.  A successful single from the opera ‘I flew High in my dreams’ is a signature moment from the score but all the characters enjoy their own fabulous moments. \nWill Todd’s music for Alice is a wonderfully eclectic mix of jazz\, musical theatre and opera – there’s the basso profondo caterpillar’s rumbling Wonderland Blues\, a coloratura diva Drink Me Bottle and a furiously flustered pantomime dame of a Queen of Hearts. Gottlieb’s witty libretto moulds Carroll’s nonsense into a fun and engaging story that remains true to the original spirit of the book – and like all good children’s stories\, the opera has LOTS for the adults to enjoy too! \nWatch Will Todd introduce this family opera\, first commissioned by Opera Holland Park – with excerpts of the music and insights into the creative and collaborative process here. \nVisit our membership page to access Priority Booking and other benefits\, or find out more about other opportunities for support. \nTickets available online or from Bath Box Office\, telephone 01225 463 362 \nImage © Brenner
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/if-opera-alices-adventures-in-wonderland/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230824T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230824T213000
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SUMMARY:If Opera - Fedora
DESCRIPTION:Fedora Umberto Giordano \nOpera in 3 acts\nLibretto by Arturo Colautti\, based on the play by Victorien Sardou\nFirst performed at Teatro Lirico\, Milan\, 17 November 1898 \nDirector John Wilkie\nConductor Oliver Gooch\nWith the If Opera Ensemble and resident orchestra Bristol Ensemble\nSung in Italian with English surtitles \nBelcombe Court\, Bradford on Avon \nIn the late\, great Italian operatic repertoire\, alongside the ‘super-operas’\, you will find a number of pearls that have grown in the consciousness of audiences around the world. These are operas that carry all the ingredients for spectacular and powerful evenings at the theatre; strong characters\, stories of intrigue\, love and tragedy and of course\, lyrical\, gorgeous music.  Fedora by Umberto Giordano is one such opera and whilst the composer is probably better known for Andrea Chenier\, Fedora isn’t far off. In the opera’s premiere\, the role of Loris Ipanov was created by Enrico Caruso and ever since a procession of the most exalted singers in history have assumed the opera’s principal roles in all the great houses of the world and on recordings. \nFedora is an opera that encompasses love\, murder\, betrayal and tragedy\, moving from Russia\, to Paris and Switzerland. It is a world of royalty\, aristocracy and privilege but none of this can protect its central characters from the vicissitudes of love and jealousy. When Princess Fedora seeks revenge on the man she believes murdered her betrothed\, she sets in motion a train of tragic events that will ultimately cost her everything. \nFedora is an opera of sweeping melodies\, febrile emotion and glorious orchestral colours.  It includes one of the most intensely passionate tenor arias in the canon (Amor ti vieta)\, a mesmerising intermezzo and possibly one of the cleverest dramatic scenes in the repertoire. \nFedora has enjoyed recent\, sell out productions at both The Met in New York and La Scala in Milan so its time has come once more. The If Opera ensemble are proud to bring this magnificent opera to audiences\, offering a rare (it hasn’t been seen in the UK since 2006) but precious opportunity to see and hear it again. \nIf Opera’s new production of Fedora will be directed by John Wilkie and conducted by If Opera Artistic Director Oliver Gooch.   \nImage reproduced by kind permission of Leighton House\, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/if-opera-fedora/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Dark Side of the Moon - POSTPONED TO 8th December
DESCRIPTION:This concert has been rescheduled for Friday 8th December – same time\, same place. Anybody already with tickets for 6th August should hear from The Stables. \nCelebrating 50 years since the release of Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon\, the Bristol Ensemble performs a specially-commissioned chamber orchestral arrangement of this iconic album. \nDark Side of the Moon sits as a cultural heavyweight of British music and resonates across all sections of society.  The album has sold over 45 million copies worldwide and is the 4th best selling album In history.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/dark-side-of-the-moon-aug-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230619T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230619T235959
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SUMMARY:Preludes takeover day
DESCRIPTION:Children from Bristol Ensemble’s Preludes project take over St George’s Bristol
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-takeover-day/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230617T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230617T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:Bath Choral Society: Carmina Burana
DESCRIPTION:Bath Choral Society\nGeorge Bevan and Maria Angel Garcia pianos\nPercussionists from Bristol Ensemble\nRebecca Bottone soprano\nBonaventura Bottone tenor\nPhilip Smith baritone\nKatrine Reimers conductor \nCarl Orff ’s Carmina Burana sets 24 poems from the medieval collection of texts in Latin and High German and Old French. The work moves around the Wheel of Fortune and colourfully describes the joys and sorrows of living life to the full. \nThe first half of the concert features choral songs by Chilcott\, Ives\, Lauridsen\, Barber and Whitacre. \nThe choir will be accompanied by two pianos played by George Bevan and Maria Angel Garcia\, with percussionists from Bristol Ensemble\, conducted by Bath Choral Society’s Music Director Katrine Reimers.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/bath-choral-society-carmina-burana/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230614T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
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SUMMARY:1904 Arts Club Summer Serenade
DESCRIPTION:First half\, performed in the Knot Garden\nVivaldi – Alla Rustica\nBach – D major suite arr. strings\nAlbinoni – Oboe Concerto\nMozart – Divertimento \nSecond half\, in the Performance Hall\nPiazzolla – Libertango\nPiazzolla – Oblivion\nGershwin – selection of popular songs arr. for ensemble\nPiazzolla – Summer \nA concert of chamber music celebrating a new partnership with the 1904 Arts Club. Bristol Ensemble as Musicians-in-Residence perform in the Red Lodge Knot Garden and in the iconic hall. \nTickets £15\, available online at Eventbrite
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/1904-arts-club-summer-serenade/
LOCATION:1904 Arts Club\, The Red Lodge\, Park Row\, Bristol\, BS1 5LJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230613T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190504
CREATED:20230525T083513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T083513Z
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SUMMARY:Voices for Life: Stardust
DESCRIPTION:Following hugely successful performances in Bath Abbey and Wiltshire Music Centre\, Voices for Life brings Stardust to Wells Cathedral! \n\nJoin 200 local primary school children as they take you on a musically magical journey through space accompanied by musicians from Wells Cathedral School and conducted by Pete Harrison. Stardust tells the tale of 6 friends who\, after a disastrous turn of events\, each end up drifting alone through space. We follow their adventures as they find their way to planet Zarg through a musical journey made up of songs catchy\, exciting\, and funny as well as carrying a deeper message of resilience and hope. \nWritten by Jools Scott and Sue Curtis\, Stardust was commissioned by Voices for Life in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. In a series of school workshops\, the children have explored the adventures of Stardust through wellbeing activities and music in preparation for a fantastic performance. \nProceeds from ticket sales will go towards future Voices for Life projects\, helping children be happy and confident through singing.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/stardust-wells-cathedral/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230611T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230516T221305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T221305Z
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SUMMARY:Tea-Time Concert
DESCRIPTION:Samuel Wesley Symphony No.5\nAntonín Dvořák Two Waltzes Op.54\nMax Richter On the Nature of Daylight\nDana Wilson Hungarian Folk Songs\nQueen Bohemian Rhapsody\nAstor Piazzolla Summer \nA summer serenade to close this season’s series of tea-time concerts at Christ Church\, Nailsworth. Tea and home made cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15 (£13 for those on low incomes)\, available to book online at Eventbrite (plus booking fees) on the door. Under 18s free of charge.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/tea-time-concert/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230610T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230610T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230516T220646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T220646Z
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SUMMARY:Henleaze Concert Society: Summer Serenade
DESCRIPTION:William Boyce Symphony No.4\nLudovico Einaudi Time Lapse\nAntonín Dvořák Two Waltzes Op.54\nPietro Mascagni Intermezzo\nAstor Piazzolla Libertango\nSamuel Wesley Symphony No.5\nMax Richter On the Nature of Daylight\nDana Wilson Hungarian Folk Songs\nQueen Bohemian Rhapsody\nAstor Piazzolla Summer \nA wonderful evening of light music\, perfect for a Summer’s evening. \nTickets \nSeason ticket for six series concerts £85 including membership\nAnnual Society Membership £12\nTickets for members £15\nTickets for non members £18\nUnder 25 year olds £5 \nHow to book \nBook tickets online now at Eventbrite \nTickets are available from Henleaze Post Office. \nYou can also book by sending a cheque payable to Henleaze Concert Society\, covering note and SAE to 2 Saville Mews\, Kingsdown Parade\, Bristol BS6 5UL \nSeason Tickets and Annual Society Membership\nSeason tickets are only £85 including Society Membership and admission to all six concerts from October to June. Alternatively\, becoming a member of Henleaze Concert Society for £12 entitles you to book tickets for individual concerts at the members’ discounted rate. Season tickets and membership are available to buy by post by returning the Ticket Order Form with your payment and a stamped addressed envelope.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/henleaze-concert-society-june-2023/
LOCATION:Trinity-Henleaze URC\, Waterford Road\, Bristol\, BS9 4BT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230522T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230522T134500
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230524T224156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T224156Z
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SUMMARY:Preludes concert
DESCRIPTION:A concert given by Preludes children at St Mary Redcliffe Church
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/preludes-concert/
LOCATION:St Mary Redcliffe Church\, Colston Parade\, BS1 6RA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230520T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230520T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230516T215451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T215451Z
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SUMMARY:Samuel Wesley by candlelight
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble\nRoger Huckle director\nJonathan Price organ \nViolin Concerto in D Major\nSymphony in D major – ‘Sinfonia Obligato’\nSymphony in A major \nThe Bristol Ensemble returns to John Wesley’s New Room with a candlelit evening of compositions from Samuel Wesley. Known as the ‘English Mozart’\, Samuel Wesley was the nephew of John Wesley and his early musical education took place in Bristol. \nUnreserved pew seating. Doors 7pm. Café-bar open from 6pm. \nTickets £20 / £18 concessions (over 65 / students)
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/samuel-wesley-by-candlelight/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182455Z
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SUMMARY:Tubular Bells - 50th anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Mike Oldfield’s groundbreaking album Tubular Bells was released on 25th May 1973 and to celebrate its 50th Anniversary – almost to the day – Bristol Ensemble performs a stirring chamber orchestral arrangement of the album\, fleshing out the now iconic melodies with a bank of strings. \nThe record has sold over 15 million copies worldwide and is written into music folklore: a 19-year old Oldfield\, searching in vain for a record label to back his experimental demos\, was introduced to the boss of Virgin\, aka Richard Branson\, who gave him a week in the studio to do something. Oldfield plays almost all the many instruments on the record and his expansive musical vision\, encompassing classical\, jazz\, rock and electronica\, blazed a trail for hundreds of heavyweight artists since. It is a highly original work – famously used as the Exorcist soundtrack – perfect for orchestral treatment. \nApproximately 1 hour\, without interval.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/tubular-bells-50th-anniversary/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230514T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182456Z
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SUMMARY:Music for a royal occasion
DESCRIPTION:Vivaldi Gloria\nPurcell I Was Glad Handel Zadok the Priest\nHandel Arrival of the Queen of Sheba\nHandel let the bright seraphim\nHandel Eternal source of light divine Clarke Trumpet Voluntary \nA programme of exuberant Baroque music by Handel\, Purcell and Vivaldi celebrates the Coronation of King Charles III. Highlights include the thrilling ‘Zadok the Priest’ and ‘Let the bright Seraphim’ by Handel\, Purcell’s joyful ‘I was Glad’ and Vivaldi’s irresistible setting of the Gloria. Featuring chorister soloists and the wonderful Naomi Harvey\, all accompanied by the outstanding players of Bristol Ensemble this is a concert not to miss! \nTickets available online at www.trybooking.com
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/music-for-a-royal-occasion/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230513T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182458Z
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SUMMARY:University of the West of England
DESCRIPTION:A performance at the Centre for Music.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/university-of-the-west-of-england/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230513T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230513T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182457Z
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SUMMARY:Henleaze Concert Society: Spring in the Air
DESCRIPTION:Rossini Overture to The Barber of Seville\nPonchielli Dance of the Hours\nDebussy Petite Suite\nMozart Serenade for 13 Wind Instruments K.361 \nThe woodwind have their chance to shine in this programme of colourful music from around Europe with Mozart’s iconic and treasured Serenade for 13 Wind Instruments paired with works arranged for wind quintet. Rossini’s effervescent Overture to the Barber of Seville is the perfect opener\, and the Italian theme is continued with Dance of the Hours\, a ballet from Amilcare Ponchielli’s opera La Gioconda\, made famous by its inclusion in Disney’s 1940 film Fantasia with dancing and duelling hippos and alligators taking centre stage. Debussy’s dance-like Petite Suitebeautifully translates from the original piano duet to scoring for wind quintet. The first two movements are based on poems by the 19th century poet Paul Verlaine\, from his 1869 collection Fêtes galantes. The poems evoke the era of 18th-century aristocrats on country outings\, romantic trysts and languid evenings. \nTickets \nSeason ticket for six series concerts £85 including membership\nAnnual Society Membership £12\nTickets for members £15\nTickets for non members £18\nUnder 25 year olds £5 \nHow to book \nBook tickets online now at Eventbrite \nTickets are available from Henleaze Post Office. \nYou can also book by sending a cheque payable to Henleaze Concert Society\, covering note and SAE to 2 Saville Mews\, Kingsdown Parade\, Bristol BS6 5UL \nSeason Tickets and Annual Society Membership\nSeason tickets are only £85 including Society Membership and admission to all six concerts from October to June. Alternatively\, becoming a member of Henleaze Concert Society for £12 entitles you to book tickets for individual concerts at the members’ discounted rate. Season tickets and membership are available to buy by post by returning the Ticket Order Form with your payment and a stamped addressed envelope.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/henleaze-concert-society-spring-in-the-air/
LOCATION:Trinity-Henleaze URC\, Waterford Road\, Bristol\, BS9 4BT\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230507T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182459Z
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SUMMARY:Tea-Time Concert
DESCRIPTION:Rossini Overture to The Barber of Seville\nPonchielli Dance of the Hours\nDebussy Petite Suite \nThe woodwind have their chance to shine in this programme of colourful music from around Europe with Rossini’s effervescent Overture to the Barber of Seville as the perfect opener. \nThe Italian theme is continued with Dance of the Hours\, a ballet from Amilcare Ponchielli’s opera La Gioconda\, made famous by its inclusion in Disney’s 1940 film Fantasia with dancing and duelling hippos and alligators taking centre stage. \nDebussy’s dance-like Petite Suite beautifully translates from the original piano duet to scoring for wind quintet. The first two movements are based on poems by the 19th century poet Paul Verlaine\, from his 1869 collection Fêtes galantes. The poems evoke the era of 18th-century aristocrats on country outings\, romantic trysts and languid evenings. \nTea and home made cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15 (£13 for those on low incomes)\, available online from Eventbrite on the door. Under 18s free of charge.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/tea-time-concert-may-2023/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230423T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230423T163000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182501Z
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SUMMARY:Music at Jopes Mill
DESCRIPTION:Roger Armstrong – flute\nHelen Bishop – clarinet and basset horn\nSally Bartholomew – bassoon \nA trio of woodwind principals from Bristol Ensemble travel to Jopes Mill’s music room in the beautiful\, peaceful Seaton river valley in Cornwall to perform a varied and entertaining programme taking in music from Beethoven to the present day. \n​To see a clip of the trio in rehearsal click here. \n​A homemade cream tea will be served during the interval. \nTickets £15 (£5 for children aged 16 and under).  To reserve your tickets please email music@jopesmill.co.uk
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/music-at-jopes-mill/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230421T131500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182502Z
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SUMMARY:University of Bristol Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Ensemble\nJohn Pickard conductor \nJohn Pickard Verlaine Songs \nBristol Ensemble performs Verlaine Songs by John Pickard as part of the University of Bristol’s lunchtime concert series. \nLunchtime concerts are £5 admission (no concessions); Uo\nB students are free\, providing they present a valid UCard. The admission charge for this concert can be paid through the university’s online shop – visit this page for the link.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/university-of-bristol-lunchtime-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230405T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230405T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182503Z
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SUMMARY:Bach by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:The Well-Tempered Clavier (Book 1)\nAir On The G String\nConcerto for Piano in F minor BWV 1056\nConcerto for Piano in D minor BWV 1052 \nAndrei Gavrilov – piano\nThe Bristol Ensemble \nThe virtuoso pianist Andrei Gavrilov returns to Bristol to perform an all Bach concert. \nThe Well-Tempered Clavier is widely regarded as one of the most important works in the history of classical music and second part of the concert features two of Bach’s most famous keyboard concertos along with his famous Air On The G String. For this concert St George’s will be transformed into a candlelit auditorium taking us back to St Jakob’s Church in Köthen\, Germany\, where J.S. Bach worked and composed many of his works.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/bach-by-candlelight/
LOCATION:St George’s Bristol\, Great George Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5RR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230402T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T190505
CREATED:20230520T182504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T182504Z
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SUMMARY:Tea-Time Concert
DESCRIPTION:Schubert Piano Trio No.2 in E flat major D.929\nRachmaninov Piano Trio Elégiaque in G minor No.1 \nRachmaninov’s passionate and lyrical Piano Trio is paired with Schubert’s spirited and dramatic second Piano Trio\, a substantial work written late in the composer’s life. \nTea and home made cakes served at 4pm. \nTickets £15 (£13 for those on low incomes)\, available online from Eventbrite (plus booking fees) on the door. Under 18s free of charge.
URL:https://bristolensemble.com/event/tea-time-concert-3/
LOCATION:Christ Church\, Newmarket Road\, Nailsworth\, GL6 0DQ\, United Kingdom
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