Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at Paxton House with the event "Music at Paxton: Dusk" set within the stunning Picture Gallery. This unique concert, happening on the 24th of July from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, promises an unforgettable experience as we explore music meant to be enjoyed at the close of day.

The evening features the exceptional talents of Tamsin Waley-Cohen on violin and Cordelia Williams on piano, performing a carefully curated selection of pieces that resonate with the theme of dusk. The program includes J.S. Bach's Duo Sonata for Violin & Keyboard in F minor, BWV1018, a piece celebrated by Bach's son as one of his father's finest works. The concert will also feature Arvo Pärt's profoundly beautiful "Spiegel im Spiegel (Mirror in the Mirror)," a minimalist masterpiece, and Robert Schumann's Violin Sonata No.2 in D minor, Op.121, a work overflowing with noble passion and declared one of the finest compositions of its time.

This concert is part of a series of three, each designed to showcase music that complements different times of the day, offering a unique auditory journey through morning, dusk, and night.

Tickets are priced at £23, with concessions available at £15. Ensure your place at this not-to-be-missed event by booking your tickets now. For more information and to secure your spot, please visit our website or contact us at infomusicatpaxton.co.uk.

Experience the magic of music at dusk in the beautiful surroundings of Paxton House. We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a memorable evening.

Music at Paxton: Dusk

Paxton House

This is a vibrant and dramatic meeting of musical spirits, a true meeting of equals and a musical rapport that will see them record Bach’s complete duo sonatas in 2024. Their programme celebrates Bach, with a pairing of two of his duo sonatas which are searingly beautiful, playful and exhilarating. Schubert’s timeless Fantasie in C is offset by James Macmillan’s miniature After the Tryst, fuelled by the composer’s love of the Scottish folk ballad tradition.

Tamsin Waley-Cohen & Cordelia Williams

St Mary’s Church

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at the picturesque Paxton House with "Music at Paxton: Night" on the 24th of July from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm. This unique concert is the second in a series of three, designed to showcase music that resonates with different times of the day, taking place in the stunning Picture Gallery of Paxton House.

This year's program, curated during the countless hazy hours spent awake by a new parent, explores the complex interplay of joy, love, desperation, and loneliness that comes with the arrival of new life. The highlight of the evening is Schumann's "Songs of Dawn," a piece that promises shimmering hope and glory just beyond the horizon, perfectly capturing the essence of the night turning into day.

Featuring the talented Polish-Welsh-English pianist Cordelia Williams, known for her poetic, convincing performances and deep understanding of Schubert and Schumann, the evening promises an intimate journey through music. Cordelia's remarkable interpretations and imaginative programming are sure to shed new light on well-known works and tell new stories that resonate with the audience.

The program includes:
- Scriabin's Piano Sonata No.2 in G sharp minor, Op.19
- Thomas Tomkins' "A Sad Pavan for these Distracted Times 1649"
- Bill Evans' "Peace Piece 1958"
- Robert Schumann's "Songs of Dawn" (Gesänge der Frühe), Op.133

Tickets are priced at £12, with concessions available at £8. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the transformative power of music in the historic and beautiful setting of Paxton House. Book your tickets now and let the music of the night move you.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit [infomusicatpaxton.co.uk](http://infomusicatpaxton.co.uk).

Cordelia Williams

Events

Past events

Jul 24, 2024

Music at Paxton: Dusk · Paxton House

May 19, 2024

Tamsin Waley-Cohen & Cordelia Williams · Newbury Spring Festival

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Piano in Piano Sonata No. 2 by Scriabin

Paxton House

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