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Saturday 26 January - 7 pm - St Nicholas Church, Hatherop
Harp, Violin, Voice and Choir
Francis & Vijselaar
Giles Francis (violin) and Marije Vijselaar (harp)
with
Kate Hicks Beach (mezzo-soprano)
and
Coln Choir
Giles Francis (violin) and Marije Vijselaar (harp)
with
Kate Hicks Beach (mezzo-soprano)
and
Coln Choir
It is such a treat to have our friend and one time Hatherop resident, Marije Vijselaar back to give a concert in Hatherop Church with violinist Giles Francis.
Marije and Giles first met during a benefit concert in Fairford Church. Their various common histories also brought them together: English Giles grew up in the Cotswolds but has lived many years as a musician in Holland; whereas Dutch Marije grew up in Holland but has lived until recently in Hatherop, Gloucestershire.
Luckily, their passion for music united them ,as well as passion for the West Country! Since their successful debut in 2016 they have performed regularly together; and Marije’s return to the Netherlands has also made this much easier.
The repertoire for violin and harp lends itself beautifully to both instruments. The programme they'll play at Hatherop is comprised of varied music from diverse styles and periods.
Giles Francis was born in London, read Music at Cambridge University and studied violin at Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He was Principal Viola for 10 years of the Netherlands Ballet Orchestra, and has played regularly with the English Chamber Orchestra, London Symphony, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Rotterdam Philharmonic and Netherlands Chamber Orchestra.
Giles also played for 8 years as 2nd violinist of the Dante String Quartet, and thereafter the Rubens Quartet.
Marije Vijselaar was selected aged just 16 for the Young Talent Programme at the Sweelinck Conservatorium of Amsterdam reaching both her Bachelor and Masters. Marije is much in demand as a solo performer and teacher in the Netherlands. She was also for a time Sales Manager of Clive Morley Harps, in Filkins (Cotswolds) - the oldest existing harp shop in the world.
Marije and Giles first met during a benefit concert in Fairford Church. Their various common histories also brought them together: English Giles grew up in the Cotswolds but has lived many years as a musician in Holland; whereas Dutch Marije grew up in Holland but has lived until recently in Hatherop, Gloucestershire.
Luckily, their passion for music united them ,as well as passion for the West Country! Since their successful debut in 2016 they have performed regularly together; and Marije’s return to the Netherlands has also made this much easier.
The repertoire for violin and harp lends itself beautifully to both instruments. The programme they'll play at Hatherop is comprised of varied music from diverse styles and periods.
Giles Francis was born in London, read Music at Cambridge University and studied violin at Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He was Principal Viola for 10 years of the Netherlands Ballet Orchestra, and has played regularly with the English Chamber Orchestra, London Symphony, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Rotterdam Philharmonic and Netherlands Chamber Orchestra.
Giles also played for 8 years as 2nd violinist of the Dante String Quartet, and thereafter the Rubens Quartet.
Marije Vijselaar was selected aged just 16 for the Young Talent Programme at the Sweelinck Conservatorium of Amsterdam reaching both her Bachelor and Masters. Marije is much in demand as a solo performer and teacher in the Netherlands. She was also for a time Sales Manager of Clive Morley Harps, in Filkins (Cotswolds) - the oldest existing harp shop in the world.
Admission Free - No Ticket Needed - Retiring Contributions for Hatherop Church will be much appreciated!
Friday 1 February - 7.30pm (Doors: 7pm) - Quenington Village Hall
This is a witty and laugh-out-loud comedy of mistaken identities, confusion and cucumber sandwiches. On the surface it is a light, fluffy jibe at the nonsensicalness of the English upper class at the turn of the 20th century. At a deeper level, it is also a profound plea for sincerity and caring in the face of adversity.
The production sets out to examine these themes from the perspective of the migrant and the outsider. Embracing wild wit, deft humour, role swapping and banter with the audience, two actors – yes, just two - unfurl a riot of love, confusion and high jinks.
A perfect show for anyone ready for a good night out, looking for a bit of comedy and entertainment, hankering for a fresh take on a classic play or simply a fan of good theatre. This includes adults of all ages, young adults and children from the age of 12 and above.
The production sets out to examine these themes from the perspective of the migrant and the outsider. Embracing wild wit, deft humour, role swapping and banter with the audience, two actors – yes, just two - unfurl a riot of love, confusion and high jinks.
A perfect show for anyone ready for a good night out, looking for a bit of comedy and entertainment, hankering for a fresh take on a classic play or simply a fan of good theatre. This includes adults of all ages, young adults and children from the age of 12 and above.
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Tickets: £10 (incl. refreshments)
Bar Tickets from: Queningtonvillagehall@gmail.com or Coln Stores or 01285 750788 |
Saturday 9 February - 10.30am-Noon - Quenington Village Hall
Friday 22 February - 7.30pm (Doors: 7pm) - Vicarage Cottage Barn,
Coln St Aldwyns
Coln Cinema
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
Five years after the events of Mamma Mia!, Sophie prepares for the grand reopening of the Hotel Bella Donna as she learns more about her mother's past.
Both a prequel and a sequel, the plot is set after the events of the first film, and also features flashbacks to 1979, telling the story of Donna Sheridan's arrival on the island of Kalokairi and her first meetings with her daughter Sophie's three possible fathers.
With Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Julie Walters, Lilly James and, of course, music by ABBA
Rating: PG-13. 114 mins
Both a prequel and a sequel, the plot is set after the events of the first film, and also features flashbacks to 1979, telling the story of Donna Sheridan's arrival on the island of Kalokairi and her first meetings with her daughter Sophie's three possible fathers.
With Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Julie Walters, Lilly James and, of course, music by ABBA
Rating: PG-13. 114 mins