St John’s Ensemble and soprano Elisabeth Cullen to bring Mozart to life with celebratory summer recital

A taste of Vienna is coming to Maidenhead this summer thanks to St John’s Ensemble and soprano Elisabeth Cullen. 

The musicians are teaming up for a summer recital featuring two of Mozart’s most celebrated chamber works. 

The programme includes the G minor Quartet, known for its dark and intense quality, and the Kegelstatt Trio, reputedly composed during a game of skittles. 

These will be complemented by Schubert’s eloquent Duo and a selection of his final songs.

Soprano Elisabeth Cullen, a Santander Universities UK Award holder currently studying voice with Mary Nelson at the Royal Academy of Music, will be a featured performer. 

Cullen is a sought-after soloist and recitalist, having performed with groups such as the Marlow Choral Society and appeared at the Hurley Music and Arts Festival. She also holds the position of Solo Cantor at St Mary’s Church, Cadogan Street, London.

Joining Cullen will be the St John’s Ensemble, comprised of Ron Colyer (violin), Susan Black (viola), Paul Cox (cello), and Caroline Owen (clarinet). 

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Maidenhead resident Nigel Wilkinson, an examiner for the Royal College of Music and Guildhall School of Music and Drama and a former senior producer on BBC Radio 3, will return to Norden Farm on piano.

This special performance will take place in Norden Farm’s Courtyard Theatre on Wednesday, July 16, from at 7.30 pm. 

The event is part of the Summer Recital Series.

How to get tickets for St John’s Ensemble with Elisabeth Cullen at Norden Farm

Tickets for the performance of the St John’s Ensemble with Elisabeth Cullen are priced at £19, with free admission for under 18s. 

They can be purchased from the Norden Arts box office by calling 01628 788997 or online at www.nordenfarm.org https://norden.farm/events/summer-recital-series-st-john-s-ensemble-with-elisabeth-cullen-soprano.