11th century St Hubert’s Church stands alone in a field in Hampshire on the South Downs near Rowlands Castle. Inside are nationally important medieval wall paintings. Outside, the Idsworth valley around it is beautiful.
In 2026, the church created St Hubert’s Music to present concerts at the church, bringing exceptional musicians to one of Hampshire’s most extraordinary little churches. The results exceeded anything they could have imagined. Now, under honorary president Jonathan Willocks, St Hubert’s Music has announced its 2027 season under the title Extraordinary musicians. A remarkable place.
The nine concerts confirm their commitment to supporting emerging musical talent through a partnership with the Countess of Munster Musical Trust. The 2027 season begins in April with New Arts Opera, and then continues with Cuban guitar duo Ahmed Dickinson Cárdenas and Eduardo Martín.
Other performers during the year include the Hyde Quartet made up of musicians from the Royal Academy of Music, Quattro String Quartet making a return visit to the festival, and Korros Ensemble (flute, clarinet, harp). On period instruments there is the Zarek Trio (violin, viola da gamba, harpsichord), and Ensemble Hesperi (recorder, baroque violin, baroque cello, harpsichord).
Pianist Hannah Watson Emmrich makes her debut a the festival, and Jonathan Willcocks directs musicians from Southern Pro Music in a concert at St Hubert’s sister church, St Michael and All Angels, Chalton.
Full details from St Hubert’s website.
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