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The OAE is much more than one of the world's pre-eminent period instrument ensembles. It works regularly with conductors who specialise in both early music and the modern repertoire, and has explored the work of composers from Bach to Mahler, Handel to Borodin. Some of the most famous music from the Baroque era rubs shoulders in this concert with a very modern classic, with the return of Sally Beamish's 'Spinal Chords'. Premiered in 2012 as part of the London 2012 celebrations, 'Spinal Chords' proved to be an instant success with audiences and critics alike. Set to a text by columnist Melanie Reid, it tells the story of her struggle to overcome disability. The powerful text is underpinned by Sally Beamish's slowly shifting, constantly evolving soundworld. Here it sits alongside music of an earlier era, including Bach's bright and fresh Violin Concerto, with Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment leader Matthew Truscott as soloist. Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment - In the Spirit of Tradition website.

Creatives/Company

Company: Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Director: Matthew Truscott (violin)