Ensemble Augelletti
The Mystery of Mrs Philarmonica
Who was Mrs. Philarmonica?! Discover the virtuosic, charming, and deeply moving music of this unknown female composer of early 18th Century London…

Supported by a grant from Continuo Foundation
This concert is kindly supported by the Continuo Foundation.
Wed, 27 September 2023
Foundling Museum40 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AZ, UK
7:30pm
£20, £10
Full Event Details
Join Ensemble Augelletti, the BBC New Generation Baroque Ensemble, as they explore a mysterious publication from 1715. In the shadow of St. Pauls Cathedral, a book of chamber music by the intriguingly named ‘Mrs Philarmonica’ appeared in a music shop in 1715. This concert explores her music and speculates as to her identity by telling the stories of female musicians, publishers, and instrument makers who lived in the square around the churchyard. Mrs Philarmonica’s music will be played alongside music by Handel, Corelli, Vivaldi, and Purcell – favourites of the London audience she encountered.
This concert is kindly supported by the Continuo Foundation.
Venue Details & Map
Location
Foundling Museum40 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AZ, UK
Brunswick Square, London, WC1N 1AZ, United Kingdom
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