J. S. Bach, Enescu & Ysaye: Francesca Barritt (violin)
We welcome British violinist Francesca Barritt to our Concert Series for an exploration of the wonderful repertoire written for solo violin, presenting works old and new, exploring the expressive, dramatic and virtuosic qualities of the instrument. From well-loved works of Bach and Ysaye, to a new commission from a student composer at Royal Holloway, plus a performance of Alan Ridout’s Ferdinand the Bull, Munro Leaf’s tale about a peace-making bull scored for violin and narrator.
Equally at home as concert soloist, orchestral leader and chamber musician, Francesca enjoys a busy and varied freelance schedule. Recent solo engagements have included performances of Beethoven, Bruch, Brahms and Sibelius violin concertos, Brahms’ double concerto and Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending. Increasingly in demand as a chamber musician, Francesca has appeared at Wigmore Hall and the Purcell Room, on BBC Radio 3 from the Bath Festival and for BBC Proms Radio 3 Composer Portraits.
Refreshments will be available to purchase during the 20-minute interval.
Tickets
Ticket prices are £12.50 (standard) and £10.00 (concessions/over 60, Royal Holloway Alumni). Current Royal Holloway students and staff tickets are FREE. Children 16 and under are FREE. Non-Royal Holloway students are £5.00.
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