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Dazzling King Arthur from Vox Luminis at the Valletta Baroque Festival

Marcus Farnsworth and Vox Luminis
© Elisa Von Brockdorff
Vox Luminis
© Elisa Von Brockdorff
Vox Luminis
© Elisa Von Brockdorff
By David Smythe, 16 January 2024
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“this sparkling music is deep in their bones”
Reviewed at Teatru Manoel, Valletta on 14 January 2024
Programme
Purcell, King Arthur
Performers
Sebastian Myrus, Baritone
Carine Tinney, Soprano
Viola Blache, Soprano
Marcus Farnsworth, Baritone
Vox Luminis
Lionel Meunier, Director
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David Smythe
David Smythe
David the farmer was drawn into music through choirs, orchestras, taking part in and directing 'serious' opera as a student. Passionate about live classical music, particularly chamber opera, unusual pieces and events and giving the next generation the tools to engage with the classical world.