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Brook Street Band

The French Connection

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Named after the street of Handel’s residence in London, The Brook Street Band brings 18th century chamber music centre-stage in their programmes. This concert explores the influence of France on composers – whether those native to the country or those visiting as an inspirational stopping point on European tours - including Handel, Telemann and Leclair.

Programme
Telemann - Paris Quartet No.1 in D, TWV 43:D3
Handel - Trio Sonata Op.5 No. 4 in E minor
Leclair - Movements from Deuxième Récréation de Musique, Op.8 in G minor


Rachel Harris (violin), Lisete da Silva Bull (flute), Tatty Theo (cello), Carolyn Gibley (harpsichord)

  • festival Barber Institute Lunchtime Concerts
  • date Fri, 23 May 2025
  • location Elgar Concert Room, University of Birmingham
  • time 1:00pm
  • ticket Free

Full Event Details

Named after the street of Handel’s residence in London, The Brook Street Band brings 18th century chamber music centre-stage in their programmes. This concert explores the influence of France on composers – whether those native to the country or those visiting as an inspirational stopping point on European tours - including Handel, Telemann and Leclair.

Programme
Telemann - Paris Quartet No.1 in D, TWV 43:D3
Handel - Trio Sonata Op.5 No. 4 in E minor
Leclair - Movements from Deuxième Récréation de Musique, Op.8 in G minor

Rachel Harris (violin), Lisete da Silva Bull (flute), Tatty Theo (cello), Carolyn Gibley (harpsichord)

Venue Details & Map

Location

Elgar Concert Room, University of Birmingham
Barber Institute of Fine Arts, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TS


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