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Medieval Music in the Dales At Bolton Castle..
August 6, 2019 @ 8:00 am - August 8, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
Medieval Music in the Dales is England’s festival of medieval music. Totally unique in the UK, it’s a glorious weekend dedicated solely to playing, listening to and enjoying medieval music.
The setting is absolutely stunning – glorious Bolton Castle, built in 1399 by the noble Scrope family and still in the ownership of their descendants to this day. Concerts and illustrated talks take place in neighbouring St Oswald’s, the small but perfectly formed parish church which stands in the shadow of the castle.
Over the weekend, the Castle comes to life with music in every corner. It’s true living history and a chance to make this magnificent setting your home for the weekend – or just for the day. Whether you want to play, dance, learn or simply sit back and soak up the wonderful sounds, this is for you.
Medieval Music in the Dales 2019
The Marshal’s Music
2019 marks the 800th anniversary of William Marshal – often called England’s greatest knight, and a leading figure under four kings. Like most great folk of his time, William enjoyed music as a performer and a listener and this year’s festival will focus on the music that he would have known. There will be a special emphasis on singing – the songs of the troubadours and trouveres, and the chants of the church. Watch this site for updates.
The Medieval Tavern – 1st and 8th August 2019
Join Trouvere and guests in The Medieval Tavern at Bolton Castle!
These two nights in August offer lots of music, stories, a tasty pottage supper – and of course ales and other fine drinks at the bar. Tickets £10.
Tavern opens at 7pm, with music from around 7.30.
Tavern closes at 11pm.
More information and bookings here.
Looking ahead
Planned for future years…
2020: A Dance In Italy – a special focus on medieval dance music, and the dances that went with it. As the majority of extant medieval dance music, and the earliest surviving choreography, comes from Italy this festival will also be a visit to that glorious, sophisticated and glamorous medieval land.
2021: Medieval Women: Music Makers and Muses. Investigating, highlighting and celebrating the contribution of women as medieval musicians, composers, performers, patrons and subjects of music.
2022: Still provisional, but the focus will be on making medieval musical instruments