CPE Bach Clavichord Day

Dates
26 November 2024, 10:30am

Venue
Performance Hall

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Steven Devine sits at the clavichord and smiles broadly

26 November 2024, 10:30am

Venue
Performance Hall

Tickets
Pay What You Can

Our Pay What You Can model allows you to choose a ticket price that works for you, from £2 to £15, with a free option to ensure our events are accessible to all audience members.

Any donation you are able to make will directly support our talented students and help us to provide a first-class educational experience for this next generation of professional musicians.

Discover the captivating keyboard music of CPE Bach and his family in the Royal College of
Music’s annual Clavichord Day.

In the midst of presentations, workshops and a lunchtime recital, enjoy the opportunity to hear instruments made by Arnold Dolmetsch (1894 after Hass, RCM0211), a pioneer in the restoration of historic musical instruments, and Derek Adlam (1995 after Hubert).

Joining RCM musicians, the College is delighted to welcome celebrated performer and principal keyboardist in the prestigious period ensemble, the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Steven Devine.

Schedule for the day:
10.30am-12.30pm: Clavichord Class
1-2pm: Steven Devine Recital
2.30-4.30pm: Steven Devine Masterclass
4.30pm: Round table discussion

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Royal College of Music
Prince Consort Road
London SW7 2BS

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   South Kensington: 0.5 miles
   Gloucester Road: 0.6 miles
   High Street Kensington: 0.8 miles

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   Victoria: 2 miles

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