Music in the 18th Century Country House
07 December 2008
Time: 2.30pm
Price: £12 (senior citizens and students £10) inc wine and soft drinks
Location: National Centre for Early Music, Walmgate, York
Time: 2.30pm
Price: £12 (senior citizens and students £10) inc wine and soft drinks
Location: National Centre for Early Music, Walmgate, York
Music in the 18th Century Country House
Adrian Le Harivel, a curator at the National Gallery of Ireland, will examine the evolution of country house music and highlight the context in which it was performed and played.
The appearance of a specific music room in English country houses and townhouses reflects the importance given to music by patrons like the Duke of Chandos, the Earl Tylney at Wanstead and closer to home,the Lascelles family at Harewood House. Adrian Le Harivel, a curator at the National Gallery of Ireland, will examine the evolution of country house music and highlight the context in which it was performed and played.This event is also part of the York Early Music Christmas Festival.
Tickets and Information
Call +44 (0) 1904 655 543