Philharmonia Baroque’s commitment to both old and new music is reflected in a striking programme built around connections and contrasts. Leading countertenor Tim Mead explores Handel’s genius for characterisation in four vividly contrasted arias, while the orchestra show the stunning expressive range of his concertos. At the centre of the programme, Tarik O’Regan and Errollyn Wallen continue the theme of dualities in a co-composed work exploring the myth of creation.

Philharmonia Baroque

Tim Mead countertenor
John Butt director*

Handel Overture to Orlando
Handel Al lampo dell’armi from Giulio Cesare
Handel Chiudetevi miei lumi from Admeto
Handel Concerto Grosso in A minor, op.6 no.4
Errollyn Wallen and Tarik O’Regan Ancestor WORLD PREMIERE
Handel Concerto Grosso in B-flat major, op.6 no.7
Handel Father of Heaven from Judas Maccabaeus
Handel Se in fiorito ameno prato from Giulio Cesare

Philharmonia Baroque’s commitment to both old and new music is reflected in a striking programme built around connections and contrasts. Leading countertenor Tim Mead explores Handel’s genius for characterisation in four vividly contrasted arias, while the orchestra show the stunning expressive range of his concertos. At the centre of the programme, Tarik O’Regan and Errollyn Wallen continue the theme of dualities in a co-composed work exploring the myth of creation.

‘Richard Egarr… helped make the West Coast a period instrument power. And he made the music of Handel and Rameau seem new again…’ New York Times

‘For summertime listening, it doesn’t get any better’ Kansas City Star

Pre-concert and interval bar.

*  Please note the change of director from the published programme.

Tickets: £25, £20, £15, £5 (UNDER 18)

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