CLASSICAL: RISING STAR SHOWCASE//THE COUNTESS OF MUNSTER TRUST 19/3/2027

£22.00

In a new collaboration with The Countess of Munster Trust, Up Close and Musical presents some of the brightest rising stars in the classical music scene for a varied and exciting multi-instrument programme.

Artists

Leo Appel violin

Sofia Ros accordion

Rob Burton saxophone

Will Prior countertenor

Alfred Fardell piano

Tomos Boyles piano

Doors open 19:00; drinks available at the bar

The performance starts at 19:30 and will last 100 minutes, including a 20 minute interval

Tickets £22

In a new collaboration with The Countess of Munster Trust, Up Close and Musical presents some of the brightest rising stars in the classical music scene for a varied and exciting multi-instrument programme.

Artists

Leo Appel violin

Sofia Ros accordion

Rob Burton saxophone

Will Prior countertenor

Alfred Fardell piano

Tomos Boyles piano

Doors open 19:00; drinks available at the bar

The performance starts at 19:30 and will last 100 minutes, including a 20 minute interval

Tickets £22

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