Hardy & Music

Join the Thomas Hardy Society for an afternoon exploring Thomas Hardy’s connection to music and the various musical interpretations and adaptions created by composers and musicians inspired by his works.

Itinerary

3.30pm – Birthday Lecture: “Raise a Hearty Tune”: Hardy’s Poetry in Art Song, Dr Natalie Burton

4.30pm – Tea and Cake

5.00pm – “The Musical Heritage of Thomas Hardy” by Bonny Sartin from The Yetties

6.00pm – Fiddle playing finale with John Dike

6.30pm – Close