18th Century Concert Orchestra

For more information visit www.the18thcentury.co.uk

2004
Purcell: The Married Beau
J S Bach: Harpsichord Concerto in F minor
and works by Vivaldi, Albinoni and Handel (featuring the Witley Organ famous for its close association with the composer)

2003
Handel: Concerto Grosso op 6, and Verdi Prati
Vivaldi: Sinfonia in G;
Telemann: Don Quixotte
and other works by
Handel, Biber, Vivaldi etc

2002
Handel: Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
Bach: Air, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
Handel: Water Music Suite;
Telemann: Don Quixotte;
Rameau: Les Indes Galantes
Pachelbel: Canon;
Albinoni: Concertos for two oboes

The 18th Century Concert Orchestra, consisting of twelve players, gave their first concerts in 2001 and soon established themselves as one of the finest exponents of baroque music in the country. Specialising in popular baroque music in full costume, by candlelight and on period instruments, their performances re-create the sights and sounds as they might have originally been in the 18th century. This adds a colourful and spectacular dimension to their already attractive programme, lending an added insight into the music of this period. Renowned for their infectious enthusiasm, their relaxed yet informative style endears them to audiences of all ages.

The orchestra regularly performs to sold out theatres throughout the UK, attracting much attention from business and the media. As their schedule continues to grow, they are delighted to be returning to the wonderful surroundings of Great Witley Church.

Their performances, always most entertaining, have variously been described as "a musical experience not to be missed" and "a delight for the senses", with "extraordinarily beautiful playing" .