Two musicians, well-known for their delightful concerts, Meredith Beardmore and Peter Hagen, will present a concert of music for flute and harpsichord just out of Broadford, on October 22.
In secluded bushland, Mr Hagen’s mini concert hall is the perfect setting for an afternoon of music specifically written for the line-up.
Following their performance in the Primrose Potter Salon at the Melbourne Recital Centre in February, the duo presents a similar program of intimate and challenging works that showcase a true musical dialogue between the flute and harpsichord.
Mr Hagen said many composers started to write musical works in the early 18th century, which included the keyboard on an equal footing with the instrumentalist.
“Rather than taking a secondary role to the instrumentalist, the harpsichordist’s right hand plays a melodic line on an equal footing with the instrumentalist adding a further independent bass line as well,” he said.
“The concert is therefore entitled ‘Equal Voices’ and includes music by Scheibe, Telemann, C.P.E. Bach and J.S. Bach.
“Exploring this repertoire has been a delight for these two musicians as they discover more of the rare gems of this period of musical history.”
Time travellers at heart, the musicians believe that using copies of original 18th century instruments and authentic performance practices provide exciting ways to discover fresh and interesting sonic possibilities.
Their historical approach is coupled with intelligent programming and a warm and inviting performance manner.
There is ample free parking at the venue, with details provided upon booking, and complimentary drinks afterwards.
The concert will start at 4pm on Sunday, October 22 at Mr Hagen’s venue – nine minutes from Broadford. .