17-19 September this year sees the ever popular West Wycombe Chamber Music Festival return for its fifth anniversary. World-renowned viola player Lawrence Power has established a truly unique opportunity to hear locally some of the most internationally celebrated musicians performing today.
Set in the unique and historic setting of the Church of St Lawrence, West Wycombe, this year's Fin de Siecle-themed programme promises to be a fascinating journey through the musical worlds of Vaughan Williams, Ravel, Hahn, Korngold and Enesco. In addition there will be some true cornerstones of the repertoire by Mozart, Bach and Brahms.
As well as the concerts, on Friday 18th September 10-1 there is an opportunity to hear a viola masterclass with Lawrence Power. Set in the beautiful Lea Barn, Cookham, this has become a very popular part of the festival and a chance to hear some of the most talented young viola players studying in the UK.
Joining the festival for the first time will be the Tenor Mark Padmore - celebrated all over the world for his recital and Opera performances. Mark is one of the most important voices today and this is a rare opportunity to hear him in our area. Also performing this year with Lawrence Power will be violinists Anthony Marwood and Stephanie Gonley, cellists Adrian Brendel and Bjorg Lewis and pianist Simon-Crawford Phillips.
For more information please visit www.westwycombechambermusic.org.uk. Box office - 07948 897148
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