"A breath of fresh air: early music presented with beguiling virtuosity and inventiveness."

β€” Howard Skempton

 

Our Mission

We bring history to life for modern audiences through our unique fusion of early, world and folk music and dance. From acapella to instrumental pieces in many combinations, director Ruth Hopkins draws on repertoire from across the world and the centuries to create our unique sound.

 

What We Do

  • Music

    We regularly perform for classical music concerts, heritage events and folk festivals across the UK and internationally. Our music has also been broadcast on BBC TV and Radio.

  • Dance

    We provide interactive dance events with demonstrations and group dances for heritage sites, schools and festivals.

  • Education

    We are passionate about bringing history to life for modern audiences, tailoring our education programmes to a range of settings.

  • Historical Events

    Our interactive concerts and workshops blend folk and world music influences to bring historical pop music to life for modern audiences.

  • Community Engagement

    We enjoy bringing the benefits of live music to local communities through a wide range of events and education programmes.

What We Do

  • Music

    We regularly perform for classical music concerts, heritage events and folk festivals across the UK and internationally. Our music has also been broadcast on BBC TV and Radio.

  • Dance

    We provide interactive dance events with demonstrations and group dances for heritage sites, schools and festivals.

  • Education

    We are passionate about bringing history to life for modern audiences, tailoring our education programmes to a range of settings.

  • Historical Events

    Our interactive concerts and workshops blend folk and world music influences to bring historical pop music to life for modern audiences.

  • Community Engagement

    We enjoy bringing the benefits of live music to local communities through a wide range of events and education programmes.

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