Wednesday 24th July · 7pm · Castle Howard

LONG GALLERY

Van Baerle Trio

Saint-Saëns Piano Trio no.2

The superb trio perform a rarely-heard work, full of sunshine, nostalgia and shimmering elegance.

GREAT HALL

Catrin Finch harp

Aoife N. Bhriain violin

Double You

Bach Prelude from Violin Partita no.3

Finch/Bhriain Wonder, Whispers, Woven, Waggle, Wish

One of the most gifted Irish violinists of her generation has built an impressive partnership with a former Royal Harpist from across the Irish sea on the coast of Wales. Together, Aoife and Catrin make a formidable duo, exploring the cultures of their home countries alongside a multitude of wider influences. After opening with Bach, they present tracks all beginning with the letter ‘W’ (from their latest album ‘Double You’) inspired by shared enthusiasms such as the famous waggle dance that bees use to tell their fellow workers where nectar sources can be found.

‘playful virtuosos … brilliant’ Songlines

CHAPEL

Marian Consort

Sarah Frances Jenkins New work    WORLD PREMIERE

Weelkes Death hath deprived me

Laurence Osborn Spare Parts (i) loop (after Weelkes)

Dowland His golden locks

Laurence Osborn Spare Parts (iii) spring (after Dowland)

Byrd Ad Dominum cum tribularer

The outstanding choral group present a vibrant and wide-ranging programme, opening with the world premiere of a new piece by Sarah Frances Jenkins, inspired by the stunning pre-Raphaelite designs of Castle Howard’s chapel.

‘sublimely refined, spacious and impeccably tuned performances’ The Sunday Times

£46 · £15 (under 25s)

Interval bar

A reception for Patrons of the Ryedale Festival will be held in the Garden Hall during the interval