VC LIVE | Wigmore Hall Presents the Orsino Ensemble

Tune in here on Monday, June 5 at 8AM (ET) for a special concert featuring wind ensemble works written by Britten, Reicha, and Janáček

We're coming to you direct from Wigmore Hall on Monday morning for a special chamber music recital — LIVE from the iconic London concert hall.

This concert features the Orsino Ensemble performing works by Britten, Reicha, and Janáček.

PROGRAM:

Benjamin Britten (1913-1976)

Movement for wind sextet

Anton Reicha (1770-1836)

Wind Quintet in E flat Op. 88 No. 2

Leoš Janáček (1854-1928)

Mládí

Founded in 2018 with inaugural performances at the Aldeburgh Festival, the Orsino Ensemble comprises Adam Walker (flute), Nicholas Daniel (oboe), Matthew Hunt (clarinet), Amy Harman (bassoon), Alec Frank-Gemmill (horn), and Peter Sparks (bass clarinet).

The ensemble is committed to showcasing versatile wind chamber repertoire.

Highlights of the 22/23 season include performances at Wigmore Hall, London Symphony Orchestra St Luke's, the Two Moors Festival, and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Upcoming collaborations include performances with Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, a project they will take to Wigmore Hall and Sibelius Hall in Helsinki.