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Jane Austen was a keen amateur musician with a large collection of music. This programme includes songs and instrumental music from Jane's collection and from contemporary sources. There are also brief extracts from letters and novels providing a fascinating glimpse into Jane Austen's musical world. Familiar composers include JC Bach, Handel, FJ Haydn, Ame and Anon! Concert Royal is one of Britain's longest established early music groups. The ensemble has presented music from the drawing room in more than 700 recitals and in Britain's finest country houses.

Cast/Performers

Margarette Ashton (soprano), Peter Harrison (flute), Rachel Gray (cello), John Treheme (harpsichord)