Programme

Friday 22 May

6-7pm String trio concert with Trio Klein

Programme: trios by Gideon Klein and Giovanni Sollima, solo works for violin and viola, and for cello and loop station

Meet Kamila Bydlowska (violin), Shiry Rashkovsky (viola) and Riccardo Pes (cello) and get to know them in this intimate concert where they will play some of their favourite pieces and chat about their life in a highly successful ensemble.

7-8.30pm Dinner

Stick around and enjoy food and drinks between concerts. Book your meal here.

8.30-late Classical remix DJ set with Gabriel Prokofiev

Programme: DJ-set from Gabriel Prokofiev (Classical & Contemporary electronics) + a selection of works for Viola & Electronics by Gabriel Prokofiev.

Join Gabriel for an exciting and boundary-defying DJ set on our opening night, where he will share classical remixes alongside a live performance with Shiry Rashkovsky (viola) and speak about the evolution of his music from his deeply-rooted classical heritage into experimental electronica.

Saturday 23 May

11-12am Q&A with Raffaello Morales

Banker-turned-musical entrepreneur Raffaello will share the story of his decision to change career paths and follow his childhood dream of a life in music.

12-1.30pm Lunch

Take a break between events with a delicious meal right here at Fidelio. Order your meal here.

1.30-2.30pm Composition workshop with Nimrod Borenstein

World-renowned composer Nimrod Borenstein will trace the composition of his Souvenir op. 49 with a live step-by-step demonstration by Shiry Rashkovsky (viola) and Raffaello Morales (piano) in this illuminating workshop.

2.30-6pm Coffee

Coffee, teas and everything inbetween! Take in the ambience at Fidelio and relax before the next concert.

6-7pm Solo violin concert with Francesca Dego

Programme: Bach Chaconne, Kreisler Recitative and Scherzo-Caprice, Boccadoro ‘Come d’Autunno’ , Corigliano ‘The Red Violin’ Caprices

Get to know Francesca in this cosy concert, where she will play some of her favourite pieces for solo violin and open up about her lifelong relationship with the instrument.

7-8.30pm Dinner

Take stock of the day over a delicious meal right here at our beautiful festival venue, Fidelio Orchestra Café. Book here.

8.30-9.30pm Solo cello concert with Abel Selaocoe

Programme: movements from Benjamin Britten’s Suite no. 1 for Solo Cello, interspersed with melodies and improvisations on themes from South Africa.

Hear about Abel’s personal musical journey in this intimate concert, where he will combine classical and folk elements from Britain and South Africa, and chat about finding his musical voice in a saturated industry.

Sunday 24 May

11-12am Q&A with Jessica Duchen

Meet Jessica, author of Odette and former music correspondent for the Independent in this candid Q&A, where she will share her personal experiences as one of the most prolific music writers of her generation.

12-1.30pm Lunch

Take it easy between events with an appetising lunch. Reserve your meal here.

1.30-2.30pm Kids’ concert with Lucy Drever

A concert for the whole family! Join Lucy on a musical adventure that everyone can enjoy together.

Lucy is a prolific figure in music education. She leads workshops for the Benedetti Foundation, Wigmore Hall, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Aurora Orchestra and the Philharmonia Orchestra.

Children come free with a paying adult.

2.30-6pm Coffee

Sip on some artisanal Allpress coffee, fine tea or something stronger as you gear up for the evening’s concerts.

6-7pm Solo cello concert with Guy Johnston

Programme: Bach Cello Suites nos. 5 & 6

Get to know Guy in this intimate concert where he reveals some of his personal musical experiences as a prolific international soloist, recording artists and teacher.

7-8.30pm Dinner

Last chance for a great meal before our closing concert! Book here.

8.30pm-late Jazz concert with the Misha Mullov-Abbado Group

Programme: a selection of original works by Misha Mullov-Abbado

Enjoy a smashing end to the festival with this lively concert by the Misha Mullov-Abbado Group. Get to know them as they share their music and talk about their experiences as a long-standing, world-class ensemble.