Join us for a captivating evening of Baroque music performed live in the magnificent, oak-panelled Great Hall at Burghley.
Spanning from 1600 to 1750, the Baroque period was a time of remarkable musical innovation from the birth of the orchestra to the emergence of opera and the concerto. It was an era defined by bold contrasts, ornate detail and emotional expression – all of which are on show in Baroque at Burghley's evocative programme.
You'll hear some of the period's most striking works, from the drama of Purcell's Dido's Lament to the jubilation of Handel's coronation anthem The King Shall Rejoice. Vivaldi's radiant Dixit Dominus opens the evening, while his much-loved Gloria brings the concert to a joyful close. Also featured is Purcell's Chaconne in G minor – a piece that builds in tension and texture, growing in emotional power with every repetition.
Programme
Dixit Dominus – Antonio Vivaldi
Dido's Lament – Henry Purcell
The King Shall Rejoice – George Frideric Handel
Chaconne in G Minor – Henry Purcell
Gloria – Antonio Vivaldi
Performers
Belinda Evans – Soprano
Melissa Claire Davies – Mezzo Soprano
The Cantus Choir and Orchestra
Conductor: Alwyn Pollard
This is a wonderful opportunity to experience Baroque music in a truly historic setting. Pre-concert drinks and interval drinks will be served in the Orangery Restaurant.
£45 per person
| Season (18 Oct 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 17:30 | - 20:30 |
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