Marmaduke Overend (ca. 1730-1790) enjoys a worldwide reputation as one of England’s most obscure composers, vying for the title with Obadiah Shuttleworth and Starling Godwin. In fact, the portrait we’re using to advertise this concert belongs to Overend’s teacher, William Boyce, also known as England’s largest baroque composer. That being said, Overend’s music is quite fine, and definitely worth knowing. Here’s your chance.
Join host and harpsichordist Henry Lebedinsky along with baroque violinists Anna Okada and Eleanor Legault for a tour of late baroque musical England featuring trio sonatas by Overend, Boyce, and Handel, along with the stories behind the music. The concert will be paired with a tasting of four exceptional sherries, representing some of the different styles of this unique and storied wine.
This event will take place in the lovely labyrinth garden at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 111 NE 80th St., in Seattle’s Green Lake neighborhood. We will gather at 6:30 pm, and the concert and wine tasting begins at 7:00. Chairs and tasting glasses will be provided. You are welcome to bring any snacks and other picnic items.