Directed by James Johnstone

Charpentier Les Arts Florissants

Guildhall Cantata Ensemble returns to Hatchlands with another unknown dramatic gem by Charpentier. Described by the composer himself as an ‘idyll in music’, this charming work for small vocal ensemble and instruments evokes the conflict between the Fine Arts (protected by Peace) and the Discord.

Double manual harpsichord by Burkat Shudi and John Broadwood, London, 1787