The Portrait Players

In 'A Madness Most Discreet', The Portrait Players explore ‘veiled expressions of love in 17th and 18th century salons, showcasing music of the period from Paris, London and Rome’, and featuring pieces by le Camus, Campion, d’Ambruys, de Murcia, Handel, Purcell, Corbetta and Eccles.

The all-female trio, formed in January 2023. consists of Claire Ward - soprano, Kristiina Watt - theorbo and lute and Miriam Nohl - cello and viola da gamba. Described in its debut concert as ‘beguiling’, their programmes are inspired by historical characters. They have quickly established a busy concert schedule across the UK. The trio lead busy freelance lives and work with many of Europe’s leading orchestras and ensembles including The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, The Academy of Ancient Music, La Nuova Musica, The English Concert and The Monteverdi Choir.

This concert is kindly supported by Making Music’s Philip & Dorothy Green Young Artists scheme

For more information about The Portrait Players visit their website

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