A masterpiece of the romantic era that showed Verdi as a true compositional craftsman, the requiem was not written with Verdi’s dying breaths but 27 years before he died. Originally planned to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Rossini’s birth in 1869 the Requiem finally took to the stage in Milan in 1874.
Our soloists for the concert are Ellie Parsons (soprano), Ruth Theobald (mezzo soprano), Robert Tilson (tenor), Themba Mvula (bass) together with the combined choruses of the Wrekin College Chapel Choir and Wrekin College Community Choir
Whittington Festival May 2021 Programme
Thursday 20th May 7pm
Music exploring the theme of transformation
Debussy Syrinx for solo flute
Jeremy Sams Printemps et Hiver for alto flute, piccolo and cello (World Premiere)
Fauré Elegy for cello and piano in c min Op. 24
Fauré Piano Quartet in c minor Op. 15
Popper Requiem Op. 66 for three cellos and piano
Fauré Sicilienne Op. 78 arr. for flute, strings and piano
Friday 21st May 7pm
Rustic; song/dance
Schubert Die Forelle for voice and cello
Eller 3 short pieces arr. A. Kaljuste
Dance in G minor
Evening Song
Dance in G major for solo violin and strings
Schubert Trout Quintet
Saturday 22nd May 2:30pm
Baroque/Baroque-dance inspired; 300th Anniversary of the Brandenburg concertos
This concert is supported with a bequest from the late Mr John Dangerfield
Bach Double Violin Concerto
Warlock Capriol Suite
Britten Simple Symphony
Bach Brandenburg Concerto 4
Free entry to LivingWell 2021 with over 100 exhibitors and 30 speakers on 11 July, 2021, Shropshire’s premier wellbeing festival bringing together some of the leading names in the holistic, psychic, environmental and wellbeing from around the UK and overseas.
Over 100 exhibitors will come together to educate, enlighten and engage you with a variety of stands and there will be over 30 speakers and workshop leaders for all age groups including children. Exhibitors will be placed around this beautiful 29 acre park in the centre of Shrewsbury, in their own gazebos or in the main marquees.
Speakers include: Dr Anna Hayes Ben Calder Dr Lale Tencher Mags O’Brien Caroline Rolling Lisa Lochhead Shrewsbury Triratna Buddhist Community Dr Helen Ford Natasha Wilcox
Want to attend the event? As it is Free entry to LivingWell 2021 and it is set in a park, all you need to do is turn up. We will be open from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm Parking is nearby at Frankwell Car Park.
What will be happening? We will have a variety of talks, demonstrations and activities throughout the day including a sensory garden and labyrinth. There will be meditations, mindful walks and talks on Buddhism, Nutrition, Animal Communication, Gratitude, standing in your own power, healing, Tai Chi, yoga and many other great talks. There will be crystals, clothes, art, jewellery, taster sessions of healing, massage, reflexology and much more.
Our sponsors include Shropshire Carpets, DAVGAR Music, Mystique, Healers & Therapists News and new sponsors will be added regularly. This event is being held in The Quarry, Shrewsbury’s 29 acre beautiful town centre park which is home to wonderful events such as Shrewsbury Garden Festival and The Shrewsbury Food Festival. Within a few minutes walking distance of the Frankwell Car Park.
A ramble and feast in the Marches countryside
Sadly the 2021 show has been cancelled due to COVID-19 uncertainites
The show is one of the country’s Premier Flower Show events, attracting top exhibitors from all over the country.
We are back! Oswestry Balloon Carnival 2021 is excited to be back this August 21st & 22nd.
Hosted in Cae Glas Park, a free family fun event, raising money for Nightingale House Hospice. Supported by Oswestry Town Council, Oswestry BID and Spirit.
One of the country’s leading folk festivals – the most fun you can have during August Bank Holiday weekend!
The 2021 Shrewsbury Folk Festival takes place from August 27 to 30. Four days packed with fantastic music and much more on a riverside site in the heart of Shrewsbury.
See latest information at www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk
Ludlow Food & Drink Festival – the original festival for food & drink lovers!
A celebration of some of the finest independent food & drink producers from the Marches region, as well as talks, chef demonstrations, workshops and more!
Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore
2nd & 3rd October 2020 – Following the success of the past 3 Oktoberfest we are back and BIGGER! Over 180 real ales, ciders, bubbles, gin, cocktails, rum and more served alongside amazing live music, street food, farmers market, comedy club and the much loved silent disco this promises to be another amazing event inside Shrewsbury Quarry Park!
The event runs;
5pm – 10pm Friday 2nd October – £7 in advance (£9 on the door)
11am – 10pm Saturday 3rd October – £13 entry in advance (£15 on the door)
VIP tickets – £35 in advance (Saturday only, £40 on the door)
for tickets and more information check out www.shropshireoktoberfest.co.uk
