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They’re still talking about us — and so are we!
We’re still reliving the unforgettable weekend we had the honour of spending as guests of the Duke Richard of Buccleuch at the magnificent Boughton House. The highlight came on 12 July, when we had the joy of sharing some of our cherished Venetian repertoire — alongside rare Venetian manuscripts from the Boughton archive — with a sold-out and wonderfully engaged audience.
It was an experience we’ll carry with us for a very long time.
After long days filled with music — rehearsals echoing through halls, performances shared in joy — our evenings unfolded in quiet wonder. Each night, we wandered through a different part of the estate, where the light lingered gently on ancient trees, and vistas opened like paintings brushed by time.
In those twilight walks, words fell away. There was only silence, stillness, and the sense of being part of something timeless.
Concert day brought not one, but two musical offerings for our guests.
The first, a programme of sacred music by Antonio Vivaldi, Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Johann Hasse, and Antonio Sacchini, was performed in the serene setting of Warkton Church — a space as intimate as it was resonant, steeped in history and light.
That afternoon saw the World Premiere screening of our documentary Venetian Mysteries: The Lost Music — a project close to our hearts and the result of years of dedication, research, and collaboration. We were deeply proud to share this milestone with our audience, and profoundly grateful to all those whose support helped bring it to life.
The event was further enriched by a compelling presentation on Musical Archaeology from our VMP musicologist, Professor Marica Tacconi, offering rare insight into the historical discoveries behind the music we strive to revive.
The rest of the afternoon was dedicated to engaging talks about a remarkable selection of the family’s Venetian art and treasured objects, brought together in a splendid exhibition curated by Paul Boucher. He was joined by art historian and Venice in Peril Board member, Professor Deborah Howard, who offered insightful commentary. Meanwhile, guests enjoyed tours of the House, savoring cake and prosecco — generously provided by Prosecco Najma — beneath the elegant colonnade.
Then came the highlight of the day: the first-ever performances at Boughton, and indeed in the UK, of two rare Venetian motets, quietly resting on the archive’s shelves for centuries and found nowhere else in the world. It was an absolute privilege to return the sound of these motets to the very place where they have been preserved — and where they may very well have been performed centuries ago. In that moment, history, music, and place converged, bringing a forgotten sound back to life.
As for the backstage drama — did Liesl and Caterina really have a falling out over Alex? Well, judging by the next photo, all was forgiven in time for the final bows!
The next morning, we bid farewell to Boughton House, our hearts deeply enriched by the music that had woven its spell around us. We carried with us the warmth of new friendships forged in shared passion, and a lasting inspiration drawn from the breathtaking beauty of the place—a memory that will forever resonate in our souls and guide us on our musical journey ahead.
P.S. Do you want to read the recent article about us in Total Baroque Magazine? It’s available online at www.totalbaroque.com
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