From 1713 when François Couperin published his Premier Livre of pieces for the harpsichord until the French Revolution in 1789, the harpsichord reigned supreme. Participants will explore the works of the great French composers of the age including François Couperin, Rameau and Duphly as well as works in the French style of their contemporaries including Johann Sebastian Bach and Handel. 

 

This workshop will take place in the Barn at the renowned Flint Collection of Keyboard Instruments. Participants will attend six masterclasses and have the opportunity to practice on antique instruments from the collection. Complementing the workshop will be lectures and a final public concert presented by all the participants. 

 

Admission is by recorded audition only and space is very limited.  All admitted students will have practice time on antique harpsichords from the Flint Collection.