009b \'Measure for Measure\' with Piva costumed Renaissance band

Event information

A costumed exploration of popular dance and ballad repertoire of late 16th-century England. This varied programme features a selection of music referred to by Shakespeare. Pieces run the gamut from village green to court and rowdy tavern to country house.

Eric Moulder – Director – Shawm, Curtal, Bagpipes, Recorders, Crumhorn
Anne Wride – Violin, Viol, Crumhorn, Recorders, Percussion
Jim Parr—Cornett, Sackbutt, Recorder, Crumhorn, Curtal
Jane Moulder – Bagpipes, Recorders, Crumhorn, Curtal, Percussion
Tony Millyard – Hurdy Gurdies, Recorders, Crumhorn, Curtal, Guitar, Bagpipes

Includes an opportunity for young people who took part in the afternoon workshops to share their work and possibly perform alongside the professionals. Young performers and under 16's who attend the demo attend the concert free.

Under 16's pay £3 for workshop (at 7pm) and concert
Adults pay £9/8 for a concert ticket which includes the workshop just preceding.

Tickets also available from mid-May by phone from Worcester Festival Box Office on 01905 611427.
Further information from www.earlymusica.org