Verdi’s Requiem: a staged performance by Merry Opera. Verdi composed his Latin Requiem Mass as a gripping drama that has enthralled audiences ever since its premiere in 1874. This staged version by the Merry Opera Company brings the audience deep into the music: twelve powerful classical voices whispering prayers for salvation and triumphantly praising God. Book tickets
Saturday 7 October, 10:00-11:30 Piano masterclass, followed at 12:00 by a free recital with Michael McHale. All welcome to attend, no booking necessary. (Tunbridge Wells International Music Festival). To apply to take part, phone 01892 547835.
Friday 13 October, 7:30pm The Schubert Ensemble Hosted by the Tunbridge Wells International Music Festival, this is a chance to hear one of the very last performances by this world-famous piano quintet who are set to retire early in 2018 after a 34 year career. Book tickets.
Saturday 11 November, 7:30pm ‘Elegies and Thanksgivings’: an imaginative programme of piano trios for Remembrance Day, including music by Schubert, Glazunov, Dvorak and others. With Robert Gibbs (violin), Adrian Bradbury (cello) and Oliver Davies (piano). Book tickets