The New Lyre

Described in its debut concert as ‘beguiling’, The Portrait Players is an all-female trio whose programmes are inspired by historical characters. Founded in January 2023, they have quickly established a busy concert schedule across the UK and are delighted to be current Stoller Hall Young Artists.

Their programme comprises vocal and instrumental music by Barbara Strozzi, Isabella Leonarda, Francesco Corbetta and Francesca Caccini.

‘A delightful evening that combined charm and virtuosity in equal measure’ Music in Durham.

Programme:
B Strozzi La riamata da chi amava
B Strozzi Amor dormiglione
I Leonarda Violin Sonata in D minor, Op. 16 No. 12: I. Adagio; II. Allegro e presto (arr. for viol)
B Strozzi L’amante segret
I Leonarda Violin Sonata in D minor, Op. 16 No. 12: V. Aria, Allegro (arr. for viol)
I Leonarda Ad arma, o spiritus
F Corbetta Chaconne
F Caccini O vive rose
F Campana Nobil piaga al mio cor
F Caccini Dov’io credea le mie speranze vere
B Strozzi Begli occhi