On Friday 21 March, Merry Opera is putting on a production of Die Fledermaus, a timeless operetta brimming with irresistible melodies, sharp humour, and vivid characters. Set against the backdrop of a 1920s world caught between post-war excess and fading Edwardian morality, this production captures the essence of its enduring appeal. The story’s farcical plot, … Read more
Conductor Paul Spicer gives us his thoughts. We have another great Festival coming up soon, and as ever, we have two choral concerts which, judging by the first rehearsals, will be really exciting events. On Saturday 15 March we start with Haydn’s beautiful and uplifiting Creation Mass, the Schöpfungsmesse which was written in 1801 and … Read more
On Wednesday 19 March Vox Cantab, a chamber choir comprising current and former Cambridge University Choral Scholars, will provide a varied programme of choral works, including several inspired by Petersfield and the surrounding area, under the direction of Louisa Denby. Louisa gives some background to the choice of works and composers. The first half of … Read more
Singers of all ages and abilities are warmly invited to join a choral workshop run by the Petersfield Musical Festival on Saturday 28th September. This will be a wonderful opportunity to brush up musical skills or introduce newcomers to the world of choral singing, make new friends and possibly learn new repertoire. The open workshop … Read more
Festival conductor Paul Spicer looks forward to leading the choirs and orchestras at the Saturday choral concerts. This year’s festival presents two really varied and exciting choral concerts for us all to enjoy. I have long been a fan of Handel’s ‘Sacred Dramas’ which, for me, underline further the question of why the Messiah is … Read more
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