Longburton Carols and the West Galleries

The musical heritage and traditions of the West Galleries in Dorset churches date back to the 18th century. This talk, exploring the history, music and instruments of quires will include live music and opportunities to hear different settings to some familiar carols. Dorset writer, Thomas Hardy’s own family’s involvement and his use of quires in his prose and poetry will be considered.

About the speaker: Dr. Frances Eustace is an expert on historical musical instruments and a leading performer in the world of early music and historical dance. She will be joined by some local friends to sing and play.

Doors open from 1.30pm. Tickets: £5 on the door, to include tea and cake. Free entry for members of Sherborne Museum.

You may also like the following events from Sherborne Museum:

• This month, 20th September, 02:00 pm, Hospital Blues: Nursing in Dorset during the First World War in Sherborne
• Next month, 16th October, 02:00 pm, St Johns’ Almshouse, Sherborne: Past and Present in Sherborne
• This November, 20th November, 02:00 pm, Hand in Glove: A History of the Local Gloving Industry in Sherborne

Also check out other Music events in Sherborne, Arts events in Sherborne.