The Rare Theatrical

Professor Peter Holman MBE directs the John Jenkins Consort in a programme of music featuring the music of Matthew Locke (1621 - 1677).Following our anniversary concerts for Orlando Gibbons in 2025 and John Dowland in 2026, SNEMF commemorates the 350th anniverary of Matthew Locke's death in 2027.

The programme includes earlier composers who influenced him, including William Lawes, Robert Johnson and John Jenkins, and celebrates his legacy in the music of Henry Purcell.Theatrical and dance music brought to life through the rich sonorities of the 17th century string consort.