2026 Ulverston International Music Festival: Talk & Harpsichord Recital

Start: Sunday, May 31, 2026 11:00AM
End: Sunday, May 31, 2026 1:30PM

David Jackson historian Katherine May harpsichord Byrd Lady Monteagle`s Pavan Byrd La Volta Purcell Suite No.6 Froberger Toccata No.2 1649 Froberger Suite VI 1656 Louis Couperin Prelude in C Louis Couperin Passacaille in C Francois Couperin Les Baricades Mistérieuses Buxtehude Suite No.14 in G BuxWV 240 Scarlatti Sonata K 208 in A major Adagio e cantabile Scarlatti Sonata K 24 in A major presto Handel Passacaille in G from Suite No.7 HWV 432 Join expert historian Dr David Jackson for a deep-dive into the history of Swarthmoor Hall, before exploring the house yourself. Once you are fully immersed in the history of this Grade II* listed gem, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy a recital of 17th & 18th century harpsichord music given by Cumbria-based harpsichordist Katherine May. Bring a picnic, and enjoy the gardens at your leisure or pop into the Barn Café for drinks and cake. Tickets include entry to house & gardens.