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Benjamin Britten, Curlew River and Sumidagawa
“I shall never forget the impact made on me by the Japanese theatre”. This was Benjamin Britten, broadcasting to Japan in 1958, two years after his…
Rachel Jones at the Aldeburgh Festival
We explore the work of Aldeburgh Festival featured British artist, Rachel Jones, and her collaboration with Gweneth Ann Rand for a specially curated…
In Conversation with Composer Unsuk Chin
75th Aldeburgh Festival featured composer Unsuk Chin shares her thoughts and experiences in a special interview for Britten Pears Arts.
Spark! event Creative Health: A Leadership Challenge
The Norfolk & Suffolk Culture Board works collaboratively to build the impact of culture in the East. The Board provides a focus for decision…
Think Tank: Music, End of Life, Grief and Loss
In 2024 Britten Pears Arts are exploring the theme of Compassionate Communities in relation to end of life, grief, and loss across all strands of our…
English Touring Opera
English Touring Opera’s partnership with Britten Pears Arts goes from strength to strength.
75th Aldeburgh Festival
07 – 23 June 2024
Aldeburgh Festival of Music and the Arts: Book covers
Explore the history of the Aldeburgh Festival of Music and the Arts books. The
Wes Anderson and the music of Benjamin Britten
A decade after Moonrise Kingdom brought the music of Benjamin Britten to a brand new audience, Hannah Lack finds that for…
What is a Masterclass?
A Masterclass is a coaching session with a world-class performer and the next generation of emerging musicians. Hear from the tutors, students and…
Who was Benjamin Britten?
Benjamin Britten was one of the twentieth century’s great composers. He is particularly known for his operas, but also for choral works, and the many…
Inside Benjamin Britten’s creative process: A film by Emily Richardson
Britten’s creative inspiration came from where he lived and worked. How did composing while walking in this particular Suffolk landscape shape the…