
Hark, Sweet Music: Handel’s ‘Water Music’ and Purcell’s ‘Fairy-Queen’
NZ Barok is delighted to bring the much anticipated ‘Hark, Sweet Music’ to you. Music fit for Kings and Queens, Handel’s glorious Water Music and Purcell’s sparkling Fairy-Queen will entrance and entertain.
Don’t miss the chance to hear these masterworks in all their shining glory on baroque instruments. The talented soprano Jayne Tankersley will join NZ Barok as both singer and orator. NZ Barok thanks NZ Barok Supporters for their generous support of these concerts.
Comprising leading baroque specialists from all over New Zealand, NZ Barok performs using instruments and playing styles of the period, breathing fresh life and vitality into baroque and classical masterpieces and lesser-known musical treasures from the 18th century.
“… authentic, classy and spirited performances… I certainly look forward to any future opportunities to hear NZ Barok.” – Tony Ryan, RNZ Concert
“NZ Barok are a revelation… the distinctive sound of their authentic instruments in perfect balance.” – Theatre Review