About

Barnes Festival Soloists  

• Mary Bevan, soprano

Programme:  

• Binge The Watermill
• Johnny Pearson All Creatures Great and Small
• Debbie Wiseman Myrtle (from The Glorious Garden) (Faber music)
• Nigel Hess Hetty Wainthrop Investigates Theme
• Jim Parker The Titchmarsh Warbler (from Ground Force theme)
• Ravel Minuet Antique (orchestral in preference to piano solo)
• Debbie Wiseman Jack Frost – song – soprano solo with orchestra (Faber music)
• Rodgers Some Enchanted Evening

Discover the man behind the broadcasts: Alan Titchmarsh, renowned British gardener, author and presenter on Classic FM – whose warmth and curiosity have charmed viewers and listeners for years. 

Join Alan for an intimate evening exploring his own musical and horticultural roots. Music & Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh features live musicians and a thoughtfully curated selection of pre-recorded music – from Ravel to Rodgers – woven together to create a rich tapestry of classical and timeless tunes.

The program promises a seamless blend of performances and reflections: live performances that sparkle with nuance and precision, paired with carefully chosen recordings that reveal the breadth of his musical influences. Along the way, hear anecdotes about his horticultural passions, the stories behind his garden projects, and the parallels between nurturing plants and nurturing musical ideas.

Set against the intimate ambiance of St Mary’s, where Allan married is wife Alison in 1975, this is more than a concert—it’s an evening of storytelling, discovery, and a shared sense of place. Expect moments of quiet contemplation, joyful bursts of melody, and a few surprises that connect music, nature, and memory.