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PRIVATE RECITAL: FRIENDS OF BUXTON INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Apr
25

PRIVATE RECITAL: FRIENDS OF BUXTON INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

“COUNTRY MATTERS – A RUSTIC AND PASTORAL ENTERTAINMENT”

An entertainment featuring the landscape and people of the English Countryside. With words by, and spoken by, the Derbyshire poet Philip Holland and music by Quilter, Warlock, Faurè and Debussy played by Wyn Davies and sung by Soprano Jane Burnell.

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MUSICK IN MANCHESTER 1744/45 | MANCHESTER BAROQUE
May
17

MUSICK IN MANCHESTER 1744/45 | MANCHESTER BAROQUE

Reconstruction of an original concert from 14th May 1745

Join Manchester Baroque as we reconstruct an original concert programme that took place in our city on 14th May 1745. 'Musick' in Manchester is based on original research by our Artistic Director Dr Pauline Nobes, who discovered a transcript of sixteen subscription concert programmes which took place in Manchester between November 2nd 1744 and August 20th 1745. We have been working our way reconstructing these concerts since Manchester Baroque formed, so join us on our next instalment!

We bring Manchester’s rich archives of music to life, performing on period instruments in Manchester’s only surviving 18th Century Church.  Highlights of the programme include Corelli’s Concerto Grosso Op.6 No.7, Overtures and Arias from Handel’s Operas Alexander the Great and Admetus, and Handel’s celebrated Water Music.

Programme 
Overture to Alexander the Great - arrangement by Handel for solo harpsichord - George Frideric Handel (1685 - 1759)
Concerto in D Major - Johann J. Quantz (1697 – 1773)
Endless Pleasure - Handel 
Concerto Op.1/1 in C major (Johnson, [1744]) - William Felton
Sonata in A major (Young, [1726]) - John Humphries
Interval
Overture to Admetus - Handel
‘Luci care, addio posate’ from Admetus (1726) - Handel
Concerto Grosso in D major, Op. 6/7 - Arcangelo Corelli (1653 – 1713)  
Sonata in, G minor, Op. 3/1 - Michele Mascitti (c.1664 – c.1760)
Water Music Suite (1730) - Handel

Soprano Soloist | Jane Burnell

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MUSICK IN MANCHESTER 1744/45 (SWALEDALE FESTIVAL)
May
27

MUSICK IN MANCHESTER 1744/45 (SWALEDALE FESTIVAL)

Reconstruction of an original concert from 14th May 1745

Join Manchester Baroque as we reconstruct an original concert programme that took place in our city on 14th May 1745. 'Musick' in Manchester is based on original research by our Artistic Director Dr Pauline Nobes, who discovered a transcript of sixteen subscription concert programmes which took place in Manchester between November 2nd 1744 and August 20th 1745. We have been working our way reconstructing these concerts since Manchester Baroque formed, so join us on our next instalment!

We bring Manchester’s rich archives of music to life, performing on period instruments in Manchester’s only surviving 18th Century Church.  Highlights of the programme include Corelli’s Concerto Grosso Op.6 No.7, Overtures and Arias from Handel’s Operas Alexander the Great and Admetus, and Handel’s celebrated Water Music.

Programme 
Overture to Alexander the Great - arrangement by Handel for solo harpsichord - George Frideric Handel (1685 - 1759)
Concerto in D Major - Johann J. Quantz (1697 – 1773)
Endless Pleasure - Handel 
Concerto Op.1/1 in C major (Johnson, [1744]) - William Felton
Sonata in A major (Young, [1726]) - John Humphries
Interval
Overture to Admetus - Handel
‘Luci care, addio posate’ from Admetus (1726) - Handel
Concerto Grosso in D major, Op. 6/7 - Arcangelo Corelli (1653 – 1713)  
Sonata in, G minor, Op. 3/1 - Michele Mascitti (c.1664 – c.1760)
Water Music Suite (1730) - Handel

Soprano Soloist | Jane Burnell

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Mademoiselle Silberklang in “The impresario” (Mozart) | Buxton International festival
Jul
17

Mademoiselle Silberklang in “The impresario” (Mozart) | Buxton International festival

This production brings fresh energy to Mozart’s witty opera.  Director Christopher Gillett has created a version that is fun and playful and that blends sharp comedy with Mozart’s brilliant music.’ Adrian Kelly, BIF’s Artistic Director.

Music by W A Mozart, libretto by J G Stephanie. Spoken text, in English, by Christopher Gillett. Sung in German and Italian with English surtitles.

CREATIVE TEAM

Christopher Gillett Director

Joyce Henderson Associate Director

Bretta Gerecke Designer (Set and Lighting)

Leo van den Boorn Costume Designer

Adam McDonagh Repetiteur

 

CAST

Nazan Fikret Madame Herz

Jane Burnell Mademoiselle Silberklang

Conor Prendiville Monsieur Vogelsang

Dan D’Souza Buff

Owain Rowlands John

Inguna Morozova Evie

Joyce Henderson Lisa

Jamie MacDougall Dan

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Intimate Notes - "Evening of Songs"
Jul
19

Intimate Notes - "Evening of Songs"

This ‘Intimate Notes’ concert showcases our historical instruments at their very best. With a selection of solo pieces and works for small groups of musicians, you will hear the beauty of each instrument in breathtaking detail.  We welcome back Manchester Baroque favourite Jane Burnell, who always dazzles with her fine interpretations of Baroque arias, as well as a number of musicians from our Fellowship scheme playing alongside more established Manchester Baroque players. 

Performers:
Manchester Baroque - performing on period instruments
Jane Burnell – Soprano
Pauline Nobes and Andrew Taheny - Violin
James Heathcote – Cello
David Francis - Harpsichord

Programme:
TBC

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Mademoiselle Silberklang in "The Impresario" (Mozart) | Buxton International Festival
Jul
21

Mademoiselle Silberklang in "The Impresario" (Mozart) | Buxton International Festival

This production brings fresh energy to Mozart’s witty opera.  Director Christopher Gillett has created a version that is fun and playful and that blends sharp comedy with Mozart’s brilliant music.’ Adrian Kelly, BIF’s Artistic Director.

Music by W A Mozart, libretto by J G Stephanie. Spoken text, in English, by Christopher Gillett. Sung in German and Italian with English surtitles.

CREATIVE TEAM

Christopher Gillett Director

Joyce Henderson Associate Director

Bretta Gerecke Designer (Set and Lighting)

Leo van den Boorn Costume Designer

Adam McDonagh Repetiteur

 

CAST

Nazan Fikret Madame Herz

Jane Burnell Mademoiselle Silberklang

Conor Prendiville Monsieur Vogelsang

Dan D’Souza Buff

Owain Rowlands John

Inguna Morozova Evie

Joyce Henderson Lisa

Jamie MacDougall Dan

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Mademoiselle Silberklang in "The Impresario" (Mozart) | Buxton International Festival;
Jul
24

Mademoiselle Silberklang in "The Impresario" (Mozart) | Buxton International Festival;

This production brings fresh energy to Mozart’s witty opera.  Director Christopher Gillett has created a version that is fun and playful and that blends sharp comedy with Mozart’s brilliant music.’ Adrian Kelly, BIF’s Artistic Director.

Music by W A Mozart, libretto by J G Stephanie. Spoken text, in English, by Christopher Gillett. Sung in German and Italian with English surtitles.

CREATIVE TEAM

Christopher Gillett Director

Joyce Henderson Associate Director

Bretta Gerecke Designer (Set and Lighting)

Leo van den Boorn Costume Designer

Adam McDonagh Repetiteur

 

CAST

Nazan Fikret Madame Herz

Jane Burnell Mademoiselle Silberklang

Conor Prendiville Monsieur Vogelsang

Dan D’Souza Buff

Owain Rowlands John

Inguna Morozova Evie

Joyce Henderson Lisa

Jamie MacDougall Dan

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Mademoiselle Silberklang in "The Impresario" (Mozart) | Buxton International Festival
Jul
26

Mademoiselle Silberklang in "The Impresario" (Mozart) | Buxton International Festival

This production brings fresh energy to Mozart’s witty opera.  Director Christopher Gillett has created a version that is fun and playful and that blends sharp comedy with Mozart’s brilliant music.’ Adrian Kelly, BIF’s Artistic Director.

Music by W A Mozart, libretto by J G Stephanie. Spoken text, in English, by Christopher Gillett. Sung in German and Italian with English surtitles.

CREATIVE TEAM

Christopher Gillett Director

Joyce Henderson Associate Director

Bretta Gerecke Designer (Set and Lighting)

Leo van den Boorn Costume Designer

Adam McDonagh Repetiteur

 

CAST

Nazan Fikret Madame Herz

Jane Burnell Mademoiselle Silberklang

Conor Prendiville Monsieur Vogelsang

Dan D’Souza Buff

Owain Rowlands John

Inguna Morozova Evie

Joyce Henderson Lisa

Jamie MacDougall Dan

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Requiem (Faure) & Three new works (Stephen Johnson)
Mar
23

Requiem (Faure) & Three new works (Stephen Johnson)

Jane performs as the Soprano Soloist with Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus for Faure’s famous “Requiem”, and in two of three new works by Stephen Johnson, conducted by Darius Battiwala.

Gerald Finzi: Lo, the full final sacrifice

Stephen Johnson: three new works:

  1. “The Miracle Tree”

  2. “This going hence”

  3. “to wed again”

    “For music like the sea” – the winning work of the 2024-25 Stella Jockel Young Composer Competition

    Interval

    Gabriel Faure: Requiem

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Album Launch: Reductio X Jane Burnell
Mar
22

Album Launch: Reductio X Jane Burnell

Come join us for an unforgettable evening at the C. Bechstein Centre Manchester as Reductio and Jane Burnell take the stage on Sat Mar 22 2025 at 5:30 PM to launch their new album 'Sacred Songs' - music composed by Reductio and performed by soprano Jane Burnell.

Venue: C.Bechstein Centre, Manchester

Buy tickets HERE

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OPERA GALA: "DISGUISES, DECEPTIONS AND THWARTED LOVE"
Mar
8

OPERA GALA: "DISGUISES, DECEPTIONS AND THWARTED LOVE"

Jane joins Lakeland Sinfonia as Soprano Soloist for this Opera Gala, conducted by Toby Hession.

Rossini | Overture, The Barber of Seville
A selection of Opera favourites including excerpts from
– Rossini | The Barber of Seville
– Mozart | The Magic Flute
– Mozart | Cosi fan Tutti
Wagner | Siegfried Idyll WWV 103
A Symphonic Poem for Chamber Orchestra
Gounod | Symphony No. 1 in D major CG 527

Soloists | Jane Burnell, Soprano | Cara Blaikie, Mezzo Soprano | Colin Murray, Baritone

Book Tickets Online

Telephone bookings are available during office hours on 03300 101761. However, please note that there is a £2.10 charge for telephone bookings.

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New Year Concert
Feb
1

New Year Concert

Jane joins Solihull Symphony Orchestra as Soprano Soloist for this New Year Concert of opera arias and ensembles.

Soloists | Jane Burnell, Soprano | Jay Broadhurst, Tenor | David Bicarregui, Baritone

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