Faculty of Music Lunchtime Recital Series

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Free admission with retiring donations gratefully received - no registration required.

Our popular Lunchtime Recital Series returns to Christ Church Cathedral on Friday afternoons. Come and listen to Faculty of Music students showcase their talent and dedication to the music they are currently working on. Each concert lasts around 30-40 minutes and offers a variety of repertoire. 

 

Programme

Johann Sebastian Bach Violin Sonata no. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005, Mvt 3 and 4 Samuel Oliver-Sherry, violin   Johann Sebastian Bach Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 878 Alexander McNamee, piano   Alexander McNamee The Colder Air Alexander McNamee, piano   Johann Sebastian Bach Violin Partita no. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004, Mvts 1-4 Samuel Oliver-Sherry, violin

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