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SUMMARY:Barry Douglas
DESCRIPTION:Barry Douglas has established a major international career since winning the Gold Medal at the 1986 Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition\, Moscow. As Artistic Director of Camerata Ireland\, the only all-Ireland orchestra and the Clandeboye Festival\, he continues to celebrate his Irish heritage whilst also maintaining a busy international touring schedule. \nFor this afternoon recital Barry is combining works by Schubert and Prokofiev while celebrating his Irish heritage with two of Field’s Nocturnes. The recital will culminate in Beethoven’s Appassionata. Widely regarded as one of his greatest and most technically challenging piano sonatas\, the Appassionata was considered by Beethoven to be his most tempestuous piano sonata\, and remains a cornerstone of the piano repertoire\, a popular favourite with audiences. \nPerformers\nBarry Douglas piano \nField Two Nocturnes\nSchubert Wanderer Fantasy\nProkofiev Romeo & Juliet (3 excerpts)\nBeethoven Sonata No.23 in F minor\, Op 57 Appassionata \nSponsored by:\nLady Sieff\nSir Hugh and Lady Stevenson \nBooking Dates\nTuesday 27 January – Platinum Friends\nWednesday 28 January – Gold Friends\nFriday 30 January – Friends\nTuesday 10 February – Public Booking\nFind out how to become a friend and access priority booking.\n\nExplore the music\n \n \n \n
URL:https://www.newburyspringfestival.org.uk/event/barry-douglas-2026/
LOCATION:Corn Exchange\, The Corn Exchange\, Market Place\, Newbury\, Berkshire\, RG14 5BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Chamber Music & Recitals
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Youth Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:In its 40 year history\, Berkshire Music Trust has proudly supported children and young people to develop their passion for music. The Berkshire Youth Symphony Orchestra is formed of some of the most talented and dedicated young musicians in Berkshire. \nMaking their festival debut\, their musical directors Jonathan Burnett and assistant musical director Ben Copeman are keen to showcase the orchestra through well-loved classics\, and a new commission by emerging composer Amit Manna. \nRising star cellist Jonathan Swensen won the Windsor International String Competition in 2019 and has gone on to an international career. Performing one of Britain’s most well-loved pieces\, Elgar’s Cello Concerto\, this partnership will undoubtedly bring new energy to a modern-day classic. \nPerformers\nJonathan Swensen cello\nJonathan Burnett conductor\nBen Copeman conductor\nBerkshire Youth Symphony Orchestra \nProgramme\nAmit Manna A Quiet Smile from Far Away\nElgar Cello Concerto\nSibelius Symphony No. 1 \nPLEASE NOTE this concert should be booked via the Festival website or by calling 0163532421 \nSponsored by:\nThe Headley Trust \n
URL:https://www.newburyspringfestival.org.uk/event/berkshire-youth-symphony-orchestra/
LOCATION:St Nicolas Church\, Newbury\, St Nicolas Church\, West Mills\, Newbury\, Berkshire\, RG14 5HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family,Orchestral
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