Ensemble Fioritura: Silhouettes Of Passion’s Master-mistress

Ensemble Fioritura’s concert explores evolving cultural perspectives on gender identity and queer life by juxtaposing two newly composed song cycles—each featuring six sonnets by Shakespeare and 2021 National Poetry Competition winner Eric Yip. These works are brought to life by Keith Pun‘s gender-defying countertenor, praised by The Guardian in a 5-star review of his recent Royal Opera House debut for the ‘brilliance’ of his ‘multiple modes in his soaring voice.’

The performance will be followed by a short talk and Q&A session, offering audiences the opportunity to engage with the artists and composer in a discussion about the music, its exploration of gender identity and queer life, and the creative process behind these thought-provoking song cycles.

Keith Pun • countertenor

Lance Mok • piano

Karen Wong • flute & piccolo

Alvin Wong • saxophones

Ensemble Fioritura.

This is an all ages event. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.

Programme:

Lance Mok | Songs to the Fair Youth: 6 Songs on Fluidity, Op. 20 (world premiere) Angela Morley | Valse bleue Benjamin Britten (arr. Lance Mok) | Final tableau from Death in Venice Lance Mok | 6 Character Sonnets by Eric Yip, Op. 21 (world premiere)

This recital is co-curated by Sandra Lam of Hidden Keileon.

All ticket prices include a £1 booking fee.

Access Information: This event is in the Main Hall, which is located on the ground floor.

All the ground-floor rooms are fully accessible by wheelchair. Main Hall (street access, step-free), Brockway Room (street access, step-free), Bertrand Russell Room (street access, shallow ramp), Cafe (street access, step-free). There is also an accessible toilet on the ground floor opposite the Brockway Room.