When Vivaldi wrote his Four Seasons in 1723, the world was a difference place. As nature continues to inspire art, Vivaldi’s piece remains popular and still has a place in today’s society. But how do we respond when the world around us is changing?

Changing Seasons is a new multi-genre spectacular from Croydon’s Resident Orchestra, LMP, created as a reflection on the climate emergency and its impact on our future. This exciting production mixes Vivaldi’s classic with new commissions from four talented local arts groups. Working with professional composers Fiona Brice and Sarah Freestone, four community groups – Club Soda, Croydon Music & Arts, Queer Croydon and Subrang Arts – will perform their unique pieces which have been inspired by the seasonal themes in Vivaldi’s music. These new works respond to our changing world, creating a fusion of genres and artforms that culminate in a spectacular performance at Fairfield Halls.

Complete with new poetry, dance performances and engaging video content to introduce each artist, Changing Seasons is an accessible and proudly Croydon-made performance suitable for audiences of all ages.

As part of this event, LMP are hosting a FREE afternoon showcase in the public open spaces of Fairfield Halls, featuring local talent from over 30 music and dance groups.

Repertoire:

Vivaldi The Four Seasons

New commissions devised by Club Soda, Croydon Music & Arts, Queer Croydon and Subrang Arts with composers Fiona Brice and Sarah Freestone

Performers:

Jonathan Bloxham conductor

Simon Blendis leader/violin

Ruth Rogers leader/violin

London Mozart Players

Club Soda

Croydon Music & Arts

Queer Arts

Subrang Arts