Musical Performance
Performance has always been a strong element of my musical life. After leaving the London College of Music I received guidance and tuition from the clarinettist David Campbell for many years; it was his commitment and inspiration that led to my interest in chamber music. I am a member of the Helicon Ensemble, a trio for clarinet, cello and piano, which has performed at many music societies across the UK. In 2002, when I moved to Wiltshire, I formed the Wessex Clarinet Quartet which performs a wide variety of music for the concert platform and educational projects. Currently, I am preparing recitals for clarinet, voice and piano, as well as a programme for clarinet, piano and string quartet, titled Masterworks Rediscovered.
Wessex Clarinet QuartetThe clarinet provides an unusual alternative to a string quartet. Not limited to venues with a piano, the quartet provides more flexibility when choosing your performance setting. The music on your special day needs careful planning. I can provide the perfect musical backdrop to your ceremony and reception and have an extensive list of traditional wedding music for either Clarinet Quartet or Solo Performance (with backing tracks).
Wessex Clarinet Quartet are an exciting and energetic Clarinet Quartet. Based in the Southwest they are comprised of four respected, professional musicians who are experienced in the fields of music performance and education. They have given a variety of concerts from recitals and performance lectures to weddings and other private celebrations. They thrive on the wonderful colours of the clarinet family with the use of the smallest instrument, the Eb Clarinet, and the largest, the Bass Clarinet. Wessex Clarinet Quartet provides an unusual alternative to a string quartet. Not limited to venues with a piano, the quartet provides more flexibility when choosing your performance setting. Wessex Clarinet Quartet draws on a wide range of repertoire for this ensemble. Visit wessexclarinets.co.uk for full details |
RecitalsEqually at home in the recital hall or function room Wessex Clarinet Quartet draws on a wide range of repertoire for this ensemble. They are adept in styles as diverse as Klezmer and Baroque as shown in their recent programmes. The group also enjoys performing new works and is keen to work with composers and to expand the existing repertoire for Clarinet Quartet.
The repertoire for Wessex Clarinet Quartet contains over 100 works. WeddingsWessex Clarinet Quartet provide an unusual alternative to a string quartet. Not limited to venues with a piano, the quartet provides more flexibility when choosing your performance setting. The music on your special day needs careful planning.The quartet provides the perfect musical backdrop to your ceremony and reception. We have an extensive list of traditional wedding music.
If you have a special request that is not listed we will always do our best to obtain or even arrange the music to give your day that personal touch.
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Wessex Quartet Performance (Weddings & Recitals)Performance information
Line-up: 3 soprano clarinets; 1 bass clarinet Performance duration: Up to 90 minutes performance within a 2 and a half hour period Arrival & set-up: 60 minutes before start Requirements: A well-lit space of 3 x 2 metres; 4 armless chairs Cost for 2015 Numerous options are available, and can be tailored to your requests, with costs starting at £400 (within the North Wilts area - for locations further afield there will be an extra charge to cover travelling expenses). |
Wessex Solo Performance - New for 2015!Performance information
Line-up: 1 soprano clarinet Performance duration: Up to 90 minutes performance within a 2 and a half hour period Arrival & set-up: 60 minutes before start Requirements: A well-lit space of 2 x 2 metres; suitable power supply Cost for 2015 Numerous options are available, and can be tailored to your requests, with costs starting at £200 (within the North Wilts area - for locations further afield there will be an extra charge to cover travelling expenses). |
The Helicon Ensemble
The Helicon Ensemble, the core of which is a clarinet, 'cello and piano trio was formed by Simon Parker, Gilmour Macleod and Simon Trentham in 1998. Simon Parker and Gilmour Macleod have been performing as a duo since 1989 and were later joined by Simon Trentham.
As well as playing the established German repertoire the ensemble also explores a diversity of musical styles and cultures with a special emphasis on British composers, as shown in their concert programmes. British Music Information Centre
John McCabe - Sonata for clarinet cello and piano Howard Skempton - Lullaby Nicholas Ray - Prelude No.3 Dave Heath - On Fire for cello and piano John McCabe - 3 pieces for clarinet and piano Dave Heath - Fight the Lion Kenneth Leighton - Fantasy on an American Hymn Tune Calne Music Festival
Kenneth Leighton - Fantasy on an American Hymn Tune Mozart - Kegelstatt K498 Clarinet Trio in Eb Ries - Trio Op.28 for Clarinet, 'Cello & Piano Bruch - "Rumanische Melodie" - Trio Op.83 No.5 Letchworth Music Club
Mozart - Trio in Bb. K.502 for Piano, Violin & Cello Bruch - 8 Pieces Op.83 No.5 in F Minor - Romanian Farrenc - Trio for Clarinet, ‘Cello & Piano in Eb, Op 44 Max Bruch - 8 Pieces Op.83 - No.1 in A Minor Milhaud - Suite for Clarinet, Violin & piano Op 157 (1937) Ignaz Moscheles - Fantasy, Variations and Finale for Clarinet, Violin, ‘Cello & Piano in C, Op 46 |
Helicon Ensemble PerformancePerformance information
Line-up: Clarinet, Cello and PIano Performance duration: Up to 80 minutes performance 20 minute interval Arrival & set-up: Normally afternoon rehearsal required Requirements: A well-lit space with good quality concert piano, 2 chairs without arms. Cost for 2015 Numerous options are available, and can be tailored to your requests, with costs starting at £400 depending on location. |