The RIAM Chamber Orchestra, directed by Head of Strings, Diane Daly, focuses on imbuing the core chamber orchestral repertoire with creativity, connection and joy. This innovative ensemble explores new approaches to practice and performance, incorporating improvisation, memorisation, movement and lighting. One of the key aims of the ensemble is to provide musicians with the flexible outlooks and adaptable skills to flourish in an ever-changing music profession.

The RIAM Baroque Orchestra is a dynamic string ensemble that delves into baroque music using both modern and baroque instruments. Under the direction of Claire Duff, it interprets this music with historical insight, exploring expressive techniques like rhetoric, ornamentation, and speaking with the bow. The students develop a deep understanding of bass lines and harmonies and learn to bring this wonderful repertoire freshly to life.

PROGRAMME
RIAM Chamber Orchestra
Suk Serenade for Strings, Op.6 1st mvt

RIAM Baroque Orchestra
Handel Concerto Grosso Op.6 no. 1 in G major
Handel Passacaglia HWV 399
Biber Battalia a 10, 1673