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Remembering Byrd and Weelkes

Music 'apt for voyces or vialls'

Remembering Byrd and Weelkes
William Byrd and Thomas Weelkes both died 400 years ago in 1623. Both wrote elegant fantasias, In nomines and dances for viols, alongside vocal music that both composers described as fit for voices or viols. This programme presents a cross-section of their output, enabling us to admire their skill in exploring a wide range of musical styles.

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  • date Wed 19 July 2023
  • location Benslow Music, Hitchin
  • time 8:00pm
  • ticket £20 (under 27s free)

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William Byrd and Thomas Weelkes both died 400 years ago in 1623. Both wrote elegant fantasias, In nomines and dances for viols, alongside vocal music that both composers described as fit for voices or viols. This programme presents a cross-section of their output, enabling us to admire their skill in exploring a wide range of musical styles.

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Benslow Music, Hitchin
Benslow Lane, Hitchin, SG4 9RD, United Kingdom

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