Classical Music Concert by Candlelight with The Bristol Ensemble
Baroque Music by Candlelight at Badminton House with The Bristol Ensemble
The Bristol Ensemble presents an evening of the finest music from the baroque era, celebrating the transition from winter to spring and exploring nature through music. Step into the enchanting world of baroque music as the historic Badminton House becomes the setting for an unforgettable evening of timeless elegance. Illuminated by the warm glow of candlelight, the acclaimed Bristol Ensemble will transport you to the 17th and 18th centuries with a sublime program of Baroque masterpieces.
Nestled in the heart of South Gloucestershire countryside, Badminton House provides an exquisite backdrop for this intimate concert, with its grand architecture and storied heritage. Let the soaring melodies of composers like Vivaldi, Bach, and Handel fill the air, as you experience the magic of live performance in an ambiance of hushed beauty.
Whether you’re a seasoned lover of classical music or discovering the Baroque era for the first time, this evening promises to be a captivating celebration of music and history.
The event will be held in The North Hall of Badminton House, renowned for its exquisite plasterwork, the celebrated paintings by James Wootton, and its historical significance as the birthplace of the game of badminton.
Arrival 6.30pm. Music begins at 7pm. There will be a 30 minute refreshments interval. Performance will end at 9pm
The Bristol Ensemble – Orchestra for the West of England
CEO – Roger Huckle
Artistic Director – Simon Kodurand
Since its foundation in 1994, by violinist and CEO Roger Huckle, the Bristol Ensemble has been at the forefront of musical life in Bristol and the Southwest.
Versatility is one of Bristol Ensemble’s greatest attributes. BE is more than just a chamber orchestra, it is a collective of specialists that collaborate to provide the highest calibre of performance for a wide gamut of audiences.
From the music of the 17th century, performed on original instruments, through to contemporary composition and experimental music, the ensemble has a busy schedule of concerts at Bristol Beacon and St. George’s, in addition to its regular concert series in Henleaze, Nailsworth, and Bradford-on-Avon. Over the past quarter of a century BE has presented countless world-class performances and award-winning education projects, and has collaborated with many of the finest international performers. Notable partnerships have included Nicola Benedetti, Dame Evelyn Glennie, Freddy Kempf, Peter Donohoe, Andrei Gavrilov, Chloë Hanslip, Matthew Barley, Alan Schiller, Willard White, Emma Kirkby, James Bowman, Andy Shephard, Wayne Marshall, Leslie Garrett, Emma Johnson, Natalia Lomeiko and Gabriel Prokofiev.
Equally at home in the recording studio as well as the concert hall, Bristol Ensemble has had a long-standing relationship with the BBC Natural History Unit, providing numerous soundtracks such as the David Attenborough series Life in Cold Blood, along with countless commercial engagements. Recent recordings include music for award-winning productions such as Aardman Animations ‘Star Wars Vision’ (I Am Your Mother), Channel 4’s ‘Any Human Heart’, and the 2021 Aardman Animation film Robin Robin.
Bristol Ensemble is committed to its charitable work within Bristol and the wider community. It regularly works with local charities presenting fundraising concerts and events, and its Preludes team works tirelessly throughout the year in numerous schools across Bristol.
