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CRAIG OGDEN WITH THE AQUARELLE GUITAR QUARTET
Sun 19th April, 3pm, £27
Returning by popular demand, Craig Ogden is coming back to Portaferry - this time joining the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet.
One of the world’s leading guitar ensembles, the quartet is known for its expressive performances and imaginative programmes. With acclaimed recordings and appearances at major venues and festivals, they bring virtuosity, warmth, and charm to every performance.
BBC Radio Ulster listeners may have caught Craig Ogden on John Toal's Classical Connections on Sunday as he shared the story behind the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet and gave a sneak peek as to what concert goers should expect to hear at their recital.
Join us for what promises to be a beautiful afternoon of music which concludes the Ards International Guitar Festival.
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LEGEND OF LUKE KELLY
Sat 25th April, 7.30pm, £26
Experience the music and legacy of Luke Kelly in this powerful live show at Portico. Renowned Dublin singer and multi-instrumentalist Chris Kavanagh brings this unforgettable 90-minute performance to life, celebrating one of Ireland’s greatest folk voices with stunning authenticity and storytelling.
An evening of Irish folk at its very finest.
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LYYRA: THE NEW ALL-FEMALE ENSEMBLE FROM THE VOCES8 FOUNDATION
Sat 9th May, 7.30pm, £31
The newest sextet from the VOCES8 Foundation—and the only professional women’s a cappella sextet in the USA, we are delighted to welcome Lyyra to Portico. Blending rich, velvety tones with sparkling brilliance, their versatile repertoire spans classical, jazz, pop, and folk, showcasing a wide and vibrant musical range.
“Upon hearing Lyyra, my heart soared; witnessing six remarkable musicians, each with their unique flair, melding to create a vibrant and captivating sound filled me with instant joy. Their collaboration promises to redefine choral singing, pushing boundaries and offering fresh perspectives on the possibilities for female voices. Embarking on this exhilarating journey, we hope to share the experience with as many people as possible.” —Barnaby Smith, VOCES8 Artistic Director.
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Listen here for Lyyra's stunning performance of When the Earth Stands Still by Don Macdonald.
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LYYRA: CHORAL WORKSHOP WITH A VOCES8 ASSOCIATE CHOIR
Sat 9th May, 3pm, £11
We are delighted to announce that Lyyra will be hosting a choral workshop at Portico prior to their evening performance, open to all ages, stages and experience levels.
Leading fun and engaging activities using The VOCES8 Method as the building blocks and basing around the idea of ‘play’ in music, this workshop will create an environment where singers of all abilities can participate in the creative process of music making. Activities will engage the mind, body, and voice, as well as introduce elements of improvisation that will leave singers excited about their ability to participate in the creation of music.
Joined by Paul Smith, founder member of VOCES8 and CEO of the VOCES8 Foundation, this workshop is truly not to be missed.
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We've got plenty in store over the next few weeks at the Portico of Ards, but if the above doesn't tickle your fancy - click the link below to find out what else we have coming up. We can't wait to see you soon.
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