Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of 17th-century English instrumental music. This recital offers a suspended moment of rare intimacy, elevated by the fascinating dialogue between the virtuosity of Ilia Korol's baroque violin and the refinement of Steven Devine's harpsichord.
During the Restoration of the monarchy in 1660, the English musical landscape was in a precarious state. Many artists had passed away, abandoned their craft, or were simply too old to perform. It was in this context that Charles II, returning from the continent, breathed new artistic life into the court by bringing along foreign musicians to realize his vision.
From this unexpected encounter emerged a remarkable synthesis of French, Italian, and English traditions. By embracing the styles en vogue across Europe, composers gave rise to music of unprecedented harmonic boldness and expressive richness. Thus began a true golden age for music in the British Isles.
