Saraband is presenting a concert titled 'Painted Ladies' on February 23 in the 18th Century Music Room at Kenwood House, Hampstead. The concert will showcase music related to portraits of notable women from the Georgian era, including actresses and courtesans. Highlighted figures include Kitty Fisher, whose portrait is by Joshua Reynolds, and Mrs. Jordan, a comic actress. Violinist Sarah Bealby-Wright explains the concert's theme, emphasizing how it connects the music to the history and cultural context of the house and its artworks. Tickets are available through English Heritage.
The event weaves together the music and stories inspired by the house and these paintings, and explores their link with the wider cultural context.
Saraband's 'Painted Ladies' is a concert that celebrates the music associated with portraits of courtesans, actresses, and milkmaids at Kenwood House.
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