Haydn in London - The Enlightenment and Revolution

Haydn in London -

The Enlightenment and Revolution Haydn was the most famous composer of his day. By the time
he visited London in 1791-95, he was a celebrity courted by the monarchy and his music was
widely performed at concerts and in the home. This concert will look at the evolution of his
style and explore the influence of the Enlightenment and the tumultuous social and cultural
changes that were taken place in Europe during his lifetime. The concert traces the
development of music from the high baroque through to the classical style. Works by Handel,
Bach, Hadyn and Beethoven will be performed.

Chamber Domaine

A series of concerts by leading ensemble Chamber Domaine, recently praised in The Guardian
for its "dynamic commitment and high virtuosity. A breath of fresh air."

2009 marks the 200th anniversary of Haydn's death and this series of concerts puts
fantastic instrumental chamber music and song into its social and cultural context.

Experience the world of one of music's great innovators in an intimate setting: each
concert proceeded by a talk by Thomas Kemp, the ensemble's artistic director.

Admission is free but reservations are required.