Nardus Williams
In the Shadow of the Tower
Our cultural life has long been enriched and shaped by musicians who chose the UK as their home. Showcasing music by 17th-century refugee composers, including Nicholas Lanier, alongside lute songs by John Dowland and Henry Purcell, this event launches our new collaboration with One Song, working with musicians from Brighton’s settled refugee communities.
Nardus Williams soprano
Elizabeth Kenny lute
The Sounds Like Home Choir from Hackney will also give a short pre-concert performance.
Nardus Williams soprano
Elizabeth Kenny lute
The Sounds Like Home Choir from Hackney will also give a short pre-concert performance.
Brighton Early Music Festival
Sat, 11 October 2025
St Nicholas Church, Brighton
1:00pm
£15 (conc. available)- ➕1 other performance
Full Event Details
Our cultural life has long been enriched and shaped by musicians who chose the UK as their home. Showcasing music by 17th-century refugee composers, including Nicholas Lanier, alongside lute songs by John Dowland and Henry Purcell, this event launches our new collaboration with One Song, working with musicians from Brighton’s settled refugee communities.
Nardus Williams soprano
Elizabeth Kenny lute
The Sounds Like Home Choir from Hackney will also give a short pre-concert performance.
Venue Details & Map
Location
St Nicholas Church, Brighton
Church Street, Brighton BN1 3LJ
Other performances
In addition to the performance listed above, this concert will also be performed as follows:
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