“Baroque music evolved just before the arts began to leave the almost-exclusive province of the church.”
So says David Mowat, jazz musician, founder of Bristol Eco Show and curator of Saint Stephen’s music programme.
Set in a late-medieval building designed for worship, the harmonies and melodies of Baroque music as played by these great musicians fit the acoustics of Saint Stephen’s perfectly.
A string quartet with continuo and a wind instrument, the Royal Court Players are the backbone of the Saint Stephen’s music programme.
For each concert they research collections of Baroque music, including both familiar and unfamiliar composers.
The audience are asked to be mindful of noise disturbance in these baroque music concerts.
Parents with toddlers – who are most welcome – might wish to be seated near to an exit just in case of a temporary disturbance.
Free event – donations welcome.
Wednesday lunchtime 1.10pm start, finish 2.00pm
