University of Southampton researchers Katharine Hawnt and Christopher D Lewis are involved in an exciting project to reintroduce the harpsichord at Mottisfont Abbey in Hampshire.
On 11 March, a mix of new and previous participants converged on Chawton House Library, formerly owned by Jane Austen's brother, Edward Austen Knight, for the second Sound Heritage study day.
An exciting event incorporating dance, music, scores and instruments will explore certain points from Handel's life and his connection with John, 2nd Duke of Montagu (1690-1749)
Dr Matthew Stephens, Research Librarian with the Caroline Simpson Library & Research Collection at Sydney Living Museums, has written and co-produced, with Mason Dean, a wonderful video outlining the challenges involved in interpreting musical history in heritage houses.
