Concerto 1700 live in Bantry

Experience Concerto 1700 live on July 3rd

Concerto 1700 performs historically informed interpretations of 18th-century orchestral music, specializing in works from the Baroque and early Classical periods. The ensemble focuses on recreating the sound world of the era through research into performance practices and utilizing instruments – or replicas of instruments – contemporary to the compositions they perform. Their repertoire typically includes pieces by composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and early Haydn and Mozart.

St Brendan’s Church in Bantry, County Cork, Ireland, is a Roman Catholic parish church originally constructed in 1836-1838. Designed by architect James Pain, it represents a significant example of Irish Gothic Revival architecture. The church was built on the site of an earlier chapel and underwent substantial renovation and redecoration in the 1990s under the direction of architect Frank Keohane. This included restoration of original features and the addition of new stained glass windows. Its acoustics are noted for being particularly well-suited to choral and instrumental performances due to its size and stone construction. The church serves as a focal point for religious life in Bantry and frequently hosts cultural events alongside its liturgical functions.