The 19th Century Music Salon Experience

The series features live performances on an original 1860 John Broadwood & Sons 6’8” fortepiano, alongside two historic square pianos: a Broadwood & Sons (1818) and a Longman, Clementi & Co (1798/99) — offering a rare and genuinely period-authentic listening experience.

Programmes combine solo and chamber works by the great masters with newly composed music by contemporary composers, all firmly rooted tonal classical music tradition.

A key aim of the series is to bring nationally and internationally acclaimed performers on historic keyboard instruments, as well as outstanding modern-day composers — giving audiences the opportunity to experience classical music as it would have been heard in a 19th-century salon.

Here, patrons can rediscover familiar masterpieces in their original sound world, while also being introduced to new classical works inspired by that same tradition.

In keeping with the salon tradition, on some evenings the salon will also feature curated displays of visual art — such as paintings and other works by contemporary artists — creating a shared space where music and the visual arts are experienced together.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music by candlelight, accompanied by a glass of wine and thoughtful company.