Step into the vivid sound world of the Baroque with an evening of colour, contrast, and expressive storytelling, performed on authentic period instruments in acoustically beautiful venues.

The programme opens with Telemann’s elegant Suite, full of dance rhythms, charm, and wit, followed by Vivaldi’s sparkling Sinfonia RV 719. At the heart of the concert is Vivaldi’s La Notte, a dramatic and imaginative recorder concerto in which Czech soloist Julie Braná brings to life scenes of dreams, storms, and restless nights with breathtaking virtuosity. After the interval, Albicastro’s radiant Concerto in C major offers graceful dialogue between the strings before the concert culminates in Bach’s beloved Orchestral Suite No. 2, featuring the flauto traverso in music of irresistible energy and refined beauty. Together, these works offer an immersive journey into the richness and emotional depth of Baroque music, performed in historically informed style.

At the heart of the tour is internationally acclaimed Czech soloist Julie Braná, joined by an ensemble of leading baroque specialists from New Zealand and abroad. Together, they create a performance that is both historically authentic and strikingly fresh.

Audiences will not only experience Baroque music as it was originally heard in 17th–18th century Europe, but also enjoy the rare chance to meet the musicians and explore the instruments after the performance.

A rare cultural experience blending history, innovation, and world-class artistry—right here in your community.
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​"Their authenticity of timbre and stylistic delivery was outstanding...billed as vibrant and innovative and certainly impressed." — Review by Elizabeth Baumann ODT