The entertainments of the 18th century were not confined to London. Songs from the shows and for the pleasure gardens spread around the country, and visitors to spa towns like Cheltenham and Bath were eager to attend concerts and balls. We also know that sheet music found its way into the homes of many a keen amateur; indeed, domestic music-making played an important part of social life. We can imagine that much of the music in this concert would have been enjoyed not only at public events but also in the home.

Rogers Covey-Crump - tenor Emily Atkinson - soprano

Jenny Thomas - flute & recorder

Ilana Cravitz - violin

Ian Gammie - bass viol & guitar

Stephen Jones - harpsichord