Galliarda

This programme has it all: passion from Spain, virtuosity from Italy and lyricism from France – all countries bordering on the Mediterranean sea – and has been newly-devised by Galliarda for 2016-2017.

The programme was first inspired by a request for some Vivaldi; so they decided to include a selection of Italian music running from the early 17th century (Cima and Frescobaldi) right through to the 18th, and to balance this with staple Spanish music – many pieces newly discovered by Ian Gammie and set by him. It will lso include music from France, including a lovely set of folk songs, at least one of which you will know – certainly ‘Plaisir d’Amour’.

The programme ends with three witty Spanish songs, the words of which are so crucial that Sara has decided to sing them in English. Enjoy the tale of the sofa which has had several naughty adventures…!