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An exceptional performance of Orlando Gough's The World Encompassed by six-strong viol ensemble, Fretwork. 

Keeping up their tradition of mixing contemporary repertoire and new commissions with early music, Fretwork presented an eclectic mix of Purcell Fantasias and a variety of modern works written or arranged for viol consort and soprano in tonight’s concert, part of the RCM’s annual viol festival.

For seasoned opera goers, the phrase ‘Community Opera’ can conjure up all sorts of feelings – not all good. These projects can sometimes be well-meaning, worthy and just a bit dull unless you are taking part, or a parent of a young performer.So it is a delight to report that the double bill of short community operas at the Glasgow Citizens was none of these things.