Beethoven's Septet for violin, viola, cello, bass, horn, clarinet and bassoon was one of his early popular successes. Inspired by this work, Schubert was commissioned to write a similar piece and added a second violin to the combination some 25 years after Beethoven's 1799 innovation. Both pieces have the same unusual format of six movements.
Join The Temple Ensemble for a rare opportunity to hear this unique grouping of instruments played in Norden Farm's acclaimed acoustic.
Programme:
Beethoven Septet in E-flat major, Op. 20
Schubert Octet in F major, D. 803
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ticket Price: £15, MMS members £10
Tickets available from Norden Farm on 01628 788997 or via www.norden.farm