The Bath Festival-MICHAEL TIPPETT IN WORDS AND MUSIC
Michael Tippett was a towering figure in 20th century British music. Artistic director of The Bath Festival from 1969 to 1974 some of his music was premiered here. Oliver Soden has written the first Tippett biography. In discussion with James Waters, he will identify what made Tippett such a unique composer in so many different genres. This event also includes a performance of Tippett’s beautiful song cycle The Heart’s Assurance by tenor Nicholas Mulroy and pianist Alisdair Hogarth.
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Price: £15 (excl. fees)
St Swithin’s Church Somerset BA1 5LY
Thu 23 May 2019