Sunday 9/05FAMILY GALA DAY AND PICNIC IN THE PARK Glenborrodale Castle, 2 - 5 pm We promise an extraordinary day out with a packed programme of events for the whole family, including the world premiere of “The Sound of Glenborrodale” for 10-piece brass.
Four of Britain’s leading jazz and contemporary composers were invited to give their personal response to this extraordinary place and its breath-taking surroundings. Come to explore Glenborrodale Castle and Grounds and find music virtually everywhere. This will truly be a day of hidden treasures - musical and otherwise! Most of the day’s events will take place in the Castle gardens. Wet weather precautions are in place, but do dress for the outdoors to get the most out of your visit. Academy Brass James MacDougall (tenor), Iain Ballamy (sax), Karin K ustner (accordion), Mark Reynolds (tuba) Gates open: 1 - 5 pm, programme starts 2 pm Tickets: £12 / children free - Free shuttle bus from Salen
- Supervised games for children
- Refreshments available for sale on the day,
or bring your own picnic!
NOTE: Regrettably, there are no facilities for the disabled at this venue.
Monday 10/05 MANY HAPPY RETURNS Shielbridge Hall, Acharacle, 7.30 pmThe Edinburgh Quartet and special guests will help us celebrate the 70th birthday of Festival Founder Patrick Stephen-Samuels, a tenor and composer of extensive international experience.
The programme will include Patrick’s favourite Mozart Quartet in D Minor, K. 421 as well as his own Clarinet Quintet.
The Edinburgh Quartet and special guests
Tickets: £ 10, accompanied children free.
Tuesday 11/05 SILENZIO! Glenfinnan Church, 8 pm
Uplifting (and slightly dangerous) music from Bach to Ellington and beyond. Virtuoso soloists, exciting combinations of instruments and soulful music will keep you spell-bound!
Christopher Josey (tenor), Karin Kustner (accordion), Charles Mutter (violin), Mark Reynolds (tuba), Tae-Mi Song (cello) and Rick Standley (double bass).Tickets: £ 10, accompanied children free.
Wednesday 12/05 DUELLING STRINGS Ariundle Centre, Striontian, 12 noon Lunchtime recital featuring two Bach suites and Johan Halvorsen’s outrageous reworking of a Handel Passacaglia.
The Sunart Oakwoods at Ariundle form the best possible backdrop for the sublimity of Bach, yet also offers a most suitable setting for a ferocious duel of the bows!Charles Mutter (violin) and Tae-Mi Song (cello). Tickets: £ 7, accompanied children free To book your meal, please ring 01967 402 279. BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Friday 14/05, at 6.30 and 20.30 pm Saturday 15/05, at 12.30 pm NOYE'S FLUDDE BY LOCH SHIEL An Tuil Ruadh faisg air Loch Seile Glenfinan Church
Based on a 15th century Mystery Play, Benjamin Britten’s musical drama is a work of extraordinary passion and ingenuity. It is scored for a handful of professional musicians and two professional singers. All other parts are taken by children or amateurs.
Our production is a unique collaboration between a range of Lochaber’s amateur music groups and some of Britain’s most acclaimed artists. The animal choir is made up of primary school children from all parts of the region, all wearing head-dresses made by artists, both local and from many other parts of the world. The artists have been asked to highlight animals which are particularly at risk in their own area and their work will undoubtedly ensure much visual excitement. Conductor Sue Perkins, winner of BBC2’s Maestro competition in 2008, will be working with Musical Director Charles Mutter and Production Director Christopher Josey to make sure Noah’s Ark survives the flood in spectacular fashion.
Make sure you’re aboard! Noah: Richard Strivens (bass-baritone) Mrs. Noah: Mary Carewe (mezzo soprano) Voice of God: James Naughtie with the Loch Shiel Festival Orchestra and Children’s Choir
Conductor: Sue Perkins, Director: Christopher JoseyTickets: adults £ 10, children £5 BOOKING ESSENTIAL / ROCHLÀRADH DEATAMACH
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