Summer tour for Four Seasons
Royal Northern Sinfonia is taking Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on the road across the North East and North Yorkshire, performing in seven venues.
Led by artistic partner Maria Włoszczowska, the tour, which runs from June 19 to 29 includes stops at churches, cathedrals, and festivals, promising world-class classical performances right on people’s doorsteps.
“Playing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in concert halls is always a joy for us,” said Gabriel Waite, RNS’ sub-principal cello. “But taking it out on the road brings a different kind of connection. We want to share what we play with people who might not usually hear it live.
“And every place we visit, its character, its history, brings something new to the music."
As well as Vivaldi’s masterpiece, the programme will also include Grieg’s Holberg Suite and Veress’ Four Transylvanian Dances and Skalkottas’ Five Greek Dances.
The tour dates are: The Fire Station, Sunderland (June 19); Newcastle Cathedral (June 20); Hexham Abbey (June 21); Sedbergh Music Festival (June 22); Ripon Cathedral (June 27); St George’s Church, Cullercoats (June 28); St Mary’s Church, Wooler (June 29). Tickets from The Glasshouse website.