Classical concerts coming to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens

Exterior of main house at Leonardslee

Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens in West Sussex is hosting the Bernardi Music Group classical concert series on the 20th of September and the 11th of October. Visitors can also enjoy luxury overnight accommodation at Leonardslee House, and a second night, dining at Michelin Starred Restaurant Interlude.  

On the 20th of September at 6.30pm, an Opera Gala will feature the acclaimed Stradivarius Piano Trio, consisting of Andrew Bernardi on violin, Maria Marchant on piano, and Jonathan Few on cello. Accompanying them will be the formidable vocal talents of soprano Charlotte Bröker and tenor Dominic Bevan. Guests will experience a range of musical highlights including The Marriage of Figaro, La Bohème, Nessun Dorma and West Side Story.

The series reaches its crescendo on the 11th of October at 6.30pm with a rendition of Verdi's celebrated opera, 'La Traviata'. The performance will star Indian tenor Anando Mukerjee (as Alfredo) conducted by the distinguished international conductor Andrea Ferrari with Bernardi Music Group Quintet.

Guests can enhance their concert experience by staying overnight at Leonardslee House in one of the ten bespoke, charming bedrooms, each with its own individual decor and en-suite bathroom, followed by a second night complete with a Michelin-star dinner at Restaurant Interlude.  

General Manager at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, Adam Streeter, says: "We eagerly anticipate the Bernardi Music Group's concert series. The combination of stunning garden vistas and exceptional music offers a uniquely immersive experience for all our guests."

Tickets at £55 for each concert in the series include entry from 5pm to the Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens estate and the opportunity to explore the Grade I Listed gardens. The 240-acre estate includes cafes and a gift shop, a dolls’ house museum and classic afternoon tea.

Find out more at www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk/all-events/summer-concert-series-2023

Charlotte Broker Charlotte Broker
Dominic Bevan Dominic Bevan

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