Schubert Octet at Doddington Hall

Experience the magic of chamber music in the Long Gallery at Doddington Hall this May.

The Bloomsbury Players – Schubert Octet
A rare chance to experience this masterpiece performed by renowned musicians on historical instruments, showcased alongside new arrangements of Schubert’s songs that inspired his instrumental chamber music.

The Bloomsbury Players was formed to explore the rich chamber music repertoire from the classical to late romantic periods and beyond, that is less commonly performed on period instruments and with a historical approach. Renowned string and wind players in the fields of historical and ‘modern’ performance who prioritise the shared values of chamber collaboration, they perform around the world as soloists, chamber musicians and orchestral principals with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Academy of Ancient Music and the English Concert among others.

The ensemble brings a sense of joy and discovery to their interpretations, exploring performance practices of the time to re-imagine the sound-worlds that might have existed when these pieces were newly composed.

Enjoy English sparkling wine and canapés on arrival in the Great Hall before taking your seat in the Long Gallery for an enchanting evening of chamber music.
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Programme
Franz Schubert, arr. Bill Thorp – new arrangements of Schubert’s songs that inspired his instrumental chamber music, alongside excerpts from his string quartets Rosamunde and Death and the Maiden
~~~ Interval ~~~
Franz Schubert – Octet in F major, D. 803
Players
Sijie Chen – violin, Will McGahon – violin, Hannah Shaw – viola, Alice Neary – ‘cello, Alexander Jones – double bass, Katherine Spencer – clarinet, Ursula Leveaux – bassoon, Richard Bayliss – horn

Make a night of it
Book to stay the night in Doddington’s accommodation and you don’t have to worry about travelling home. Park for free, pop in for a drink at the Grain Store before or after the show, and enjoy a short stroll back to your accommodation at the end of the night.

After a good night’s sleep, you can join us for a delicious breakfast in either the Farm Shop or Grain Store café.
Bed & Breakfast: Tailor Rooms 1, 2, 3 or 4 – £140
Bed & Breakfast: Delaval Rooms 1 – £180
Bed & Breakfast: Delaval Rooms 2 & 3 – £160
Limited availability.
Please get in touch to book your stay: stay@doddingtonhall.com / 01522 699162
This offer is subject to availability and for event guests only. You will need to have booked your concert tickets prior to booking accommodation.
B&B payment is payable in full upon booking and is non-refundable or transferable.