Romsey Chamber Music Festival

A huge thank you to everyone that joined us for RCMF 2024! Beginning on the banks of the River Test with a spectacular recital given by cellist Rainer Crosett. Personal highlights for me included open masterclass, a visit from baritone Thomas Guthrie for his acclaimed arrangement of Schubert Die Schöne Müllerin watched on by gallery full of children from Romsey Abbey Primary, a late night performance of Schoenberg's ever intoxicating Verklärte Nacht, a return of our family concert before a rousing performance of Korngold Piano Quintet to close the festival. ​

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If you missed it, you can catch up with this review from SeenAndHeard International :"a mouthwatering programme", which was followed up by this second review: "they seemed to have an infinite variety of tones at their disposal in the astonishing first movement, soaring ecstasy and romantic yearning in the second, a giddily festive brilliance in the finale. It was extraordinary." The Hampshire Chronicle also praised the "excellent performances" that featured throughout. 

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As always RCMF is only possible with the enormous help of our volunteers, friends, patrons and supporters. If you would like to support our work please do get in contact with us or visit Support RCMF for more details. 

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We will be back this Autumn for a fundraising concert on Sunday 27th October, where Emma Roijackers will join me for a programme for two violins. Tickets are now on sale! In 2025 our WinterFest takes place from 17th-19th January and the festival will take place 3rd-8th June - do save the dates!

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Laura Rickard

                           - Artistic Director