Shaldon Music Festival

Shaldon’s festival of classical music, which began in 1990, was the inspiration of Eileen Croxford Parkhouse, cellist wife of David Parkhouse, as a memorial concert to celebrate the life of her husband who was born in Teignmouth and lived latterly in Shaldon. David was Professor of Piano at the Royal College of Music. He and his wife, were founder members of the Music Group of London, performing both in the UK and internationally over a period spanning four decades.

The original concert proved so successful that it was decided to make it an annual event based at Shaldon Parish Church. Over the last seventeen years, it has grown into a four-day festival drawing audiences from all over Devon and, indeed, from further afield. In view of its ongoing success, it was nominated for the Royal Philharmonic Society Festival Award 2007.

The Concerts make an important contribution to Shaldon’s economy by attracting visitors to the village. There are few opportunities nearby to hear concerts with artists of such musical standing and the Festival has become an important feature for those who wish to hear good-quality, live, classical music.

We are delighted to announce the outline programme for the 2011 Shaldon Festival
which takes place from 16th - 19th June in St Peters Church, Bridge Road, Shaldon, Devon.

Thursday 16 June "A Night at the Opera" with soloists from English Touring Opera

Friday 17 June South West Music School, Showcasing Young Artists

Saturday 18 June Choral Workshop, Rossini Petite Messe Solenelle
Directed by Sir Neville Marriner

Sunday 19 June Innovation Chamber Ensemble
(Strings from the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra)