Lucy Parham, Joanna David, Martin Jarvis

The intense and complex relationship between Robert Schumann, his wife Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms; three of the nineteenth century’s most prolific musicians, has fascinated generations of music lovers.

This is an entrancing programme of beautiful music and readings. Delicately bringing their captivating story to life, this showcase memorialises the sometimes turbulent marriage of Robert and Clara, the arrival of 21 year old Johannes Brahms into their household, Robert’s decline into mental illness and the deepening relationship between Clara and Brahms.