Marsyas Trio

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Three Choirs Festival 2025, Hereford - Family Concert

Musical Waterways – Amazing Inventioneers
Length: 60min
Suggested Ages: 7-12 years


Programme to include

Eugene Goossens The Waterwheel, from Five Impressions of a Holiday, Op. 7
George Crumb Sea Nocturne, from Vox Balaenae
Laura Bowler Steam Turbines, from Salutem’
Eugene Goossens By the Rivers, from Five Impressions of a Holiday, Op. 7
Mel Bonis L’aube (Dawn), from Scènes de la forêt

Join us for a tale of invention and scientific discovery in an age of ships, bridges and water power. Come along and discover the brilliant engineers John Smeaton, Sarah Guppy and Mr & Mrs Parsons on their pioneering mission to design England’s bridges, canals and steam turbines. This 1-hour performance links engineering and music, including an introduction to how musical instruments make their sound. The event will end with participants performing alongside the Marsyas Trio.

Venue TBC
*Please note, concert start time is subject to change

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