Richard Boothby
In conversation: Richard Boothby and Silas Wollston
Silas Woolston
In this lecture recital Richard Boothby will present his recent work on some of the newly-discovered sonatas for viola da gamba and harpsichord by 18th century composer and gambist, Carl Friedrich Abel, uncovered in a castle in Poland. Additionally, he will explore some of the wonderful improvisations that Abel wrote down for his friend, the painter Thomas Gainsborough.
Handel Hendrix House
Sat, 10 May 2025
Handel Hendrix House 
2:00pm
£20 (includes general admission to Handel Hendrix House)
Full Event Details
In this lecture recital Richard Boothby will present his recent work on some of the newly-discovered sonatas for viola da gamba and harpsichord by 18th century composer and gambist, Carl Friedrich Abel, uncovered in a castle in Poland. Additionally, he will explore some of the wonderful improvisations that Abel wrote down for his friend, the painter Thomas Gainsborough.
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Location
Handel Hendrix House
25 Brook Street, Mayfair, London, W1K 4HB
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