Amidst the Shades

As the 400th anniversary celebrations for John Dowland draw to a close, former BBC New Generation Artist Ruby Hughes and lutenist Jonas Nordberg share their passion for the music of the Elizabethan era interspersed with music gems from the present day, including a new NCEM commission from Owain Park.

'Hughes's voice hangs in the air like some sublime magic, but it's not just the beautiful purity of her tone that bewitches, nor her dynamic control … what really stands out is the way she conveys the words, bringing life to each one.' – Limelight Magazine

'Ruby Hughes' captivating Dowland tribute is steeped in delicious melancholy' – The Guardian