Concert series and digital recording in the tranquility of Rural Norfolk
Concert series 2006 archive
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Saturday
29th April at 7.30 pm We are thrilled to be joined by our patron for this opening recital, which is certain to nourish mind and heart! Piers performs works by Bach, Chopin and Franck culminating with the inclusion of two landmark sonatas: Alkan's Quasi Faust, Grand Sonata Op 33 and Listz's B minor work S178.
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Sunday 16th April & Sunday 17th September Jazz Masterclasses Two inspirational
workshop days for students who will be tutored by two leading jazz musicians
from the Royal Academy of Music Jazz Department. Nick Smart and Nikki
Isles will direct two coaching sessions: Please ask for information leaflet and entry form. This event was sold out last year so back by popular demand! Supported
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Saturday
27th May at 7.30 pm The trio consists of pianist David Gordon, double bassist Ole Rasmussen and drummer Paul Cavaciuti. Together they have a readily identifiable sound and their music combines accessibility and groove with cutting edge improvisation, reflecting the group's diverse backgrounds. "strong and inventive musicians" Jazzwise "thoughtful, intelligent, romantic" Cadence Tickets £13
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Friday
2nd June at 7 pm The quartet was formed in 1989 by members of the world-famous Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble and comprises Kenneth Sillito violin, Robert Smissen viola, Stephen Orton cello, and Hamish Milne piano. The quartet has toured all over Europe, as well as the USA, Canada, Australia, and the Far East. They have recorded for Chandos Records and the BBC, and have appeared at many major festivals with their very varied repertoire - from lesser known quartets by Goetz and Copland to familiar masterpieces by Beethoven, Brahms, Dvorak and Schumann. Their programme is the Adagio and Rondo Concertante by Schubert, Piano Quartet in E by Goetz, and the Piano quartet in E flat by Schumann. Tickets £16 Post
concert dinner 9.15pm £25pp
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Sunday
11th June at 3 pm We are delighted to welcome Joseph and Waka for their second appearance at The Old Granary. They are widely regarded as one of Britain's most exciting young piano duos and are in demand for concerts both in the UK and also abroad. Since winning major prizes in 2003 in Tokyo and the Czech Republic, they regularly appear at many concert halls including prestigious London venues such as the Purcell Room, Wigmore Hall and Fairfield Hall, Croydon. Their programme includes duos and duets by Schubert, Debussy, York Bowen, Arensky's 2 piano Suite No 1 and a work especially commissioned for them, this year, by Nicola LeFanu. Tickets £13 Grounds open from 1pm for those wishing to bring a picnic lunch.
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Wednesday
21st June at 7 pm Britain's well known pianist John Lill has recently celebrated his 60th birthday with a series of concerts throughout the UK. He first came to international attention when he won the coveted Tchaikovsky award in Moscow in 1970. Known for his aristocratic interpretations of Beethoven and the great masters of the nineteenth and twentieth century piano repertoire, John Lill performs all over the world and was awarded a CBE in the 2005 New Year's Honours List. His programme will include works by Haydn, Schumann, Chopin and Beethoven’s - 'Waldstein' Sonata. Tickets £16 Post
concert finger buffet at 9pm £10pp
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Saturday
1st July at 7.30 pm The RPO have made a tremendous impact in the locality with their current residency at Lowestoft leading to many concerts being quickly sold out. By special arrangement we are very proud to include this chamber concert of 13 members. The string ensemble will perform prominent chamber works including: Bach - Double Violin
Concerto This year the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra proudly celebrates its sixtieth anniversary. Founded in 1946 by Sir Thomas Beecham, with his vision of bringing world-class performances of the greatest music to the length of the country, the Orchestra continues to maintain Beecham's legacy by offering audiences in the UK and abroad the highest possible standards of music-making, accompanied by some of the most acclaimed artists of the day. The Orchestra has been directed by some of the world's finest conductors, most notably Rudolf Kempe, Antal Dorati, André Previn and Vladimir Ashkenazy. The RPO continues to thrive, undertaking a busy concert, touring and recording schedule, under the inspired leadership of Maestro Daniele Gatti. Tickets £22 Supported
by: The Friends of The Old Granary Studio, Eastern Orchestral Board &
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Saturday
15th July at 7 pm Mark graduated from the Royal Academy of Music in 1993 with first class Honours and the Julian Bream Guitar prize. He maintains a busy career and on April 7th performs with the RPO in the Rodrigo Guitar Concerto at the Marina Theatre. Mark is head of guitar at Birmingham Conservatoire of Music and in 2003 was elected an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music. For tonight's concert he is joined by harpsichordist David Pollock who has achieved considerable recognition as accompanist, solo recitalist and continuo player. David has performed to critical acclaim both in Britain and abroad. Their programme will include works by Boccherini, Rodrigo and Vivaldi’s Concerto in D. Tickets £13 Post concert dinner 9.15pm £25pp
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Tuesday
15th August at 7.30 pm |
Cancelled and re-arranged for 6th October see below |
After last years 'sell out' concert by jazz guitar legend Martin Taylor we are so pleased to secure another concert with Martin and a guest artist. Described as "THE acoustic guitarist of his generation" by America's Acoustic Guitar Magazine, Martin Taylor has established a unique career as an internationally acclaimed guitarist, and his inimitable style has seen him recognized as the world's foremost exponent of solo jazz guitar playing. "Martin Taylor is one of the most awesome solo guitar players in the history of the instrument. He's unbelievable" - Pat Metheny Tickets £16
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special weekend with Jack explores the life and music of Chopin in words and music. He will include fascinating anecdotes from the composer’s life in Warsaw and Paris, supplemented by performances of favorite Waltzes, Nocturnes, Studies, Preludes and Polonaises. Sunday
27th August at 3 pm After last years highly successful Gershwin concert, we are pleased to offer a second opportunity to present another Gershwin programme. Jack performs a selection of his own transcriptions of Gershwin show-tune improvisations, with the inclusion of other composers such as Debussy and Gibbons. The recital will finish with Rhapsody In Blue. Tickets £15 each (special rate for the two concerts @ £25) Grounds open from 1pm for those wishing to bring a picnic lunch.
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Sunday 17th September at 6.30 pm Early evening Jazz Quintet Jazz standards old and new, with special arrangements by the quintet. Come and be enthralled by some of the UK's top jazz musicians including Nick Smart, Trumpet and Nikki Isles, Piano. Tickets: Adults £12 Children £6. Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £30
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Sunday
24th September at 3 pm Melvyn Tan has distinguished himself as a highly versatile keyboard artist establishing a formidable world-wide reputation. His performances range from Mozart to Messiaen and his most recent recording of Debussy's Preludes has received critical acclaim. His programme will include Albeniz, Scarlatti and the Beethoven Sonata Appassionata Op 57. Tickets £15 Grounds open from 1pm for those wishing to bring a picnic lunch
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Saturday
30th September at 7 pm Established in 1991, Marianne Olyver and her Orchestra is a unique 5 piece ensemble of virtuoso dash and sparkle. The orchestra has gripped the publics' attention with its stunning ability to bring back to life the fondly remembered music of a bygone era. This year the Orchestra will be playing for International Festivals and Music Societies both here and abroad and Marianne has just returned from an extensive recital tour of the Far East. Marianne Olyver and her Orchestra regularly broadcast on BBC Radio 2 (Richard Baker’s Melodies for You, Friday Night is Music Night, Desmond Carrington All Time Greats), BBC Radio 3 (In Tune, Brian Kay's Light Programme) and on Classic FM. Tickets £15 Post concert buffet supper 9.15pm £15pp
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Friday 6th October at 7.30 pm "Martin Taylor is one of the most awesome solo guitar players "No matter how complex or daring, Taylor 's interpretations never short change the melodies; indeed, his remarkable fluid touch embues a seamless beauty. Tickets £16 |
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