2003 / 2004 / 2005

Due to personal pressures, this page lapsed for the above years. The Ensemble faced challenges of declining numbers and numbers currently around 14 players.

However, a full programme was maintained with the Ensemble exploring more challenging repertoire with one player per part, often alternating between 4ft and 8ft consorts with great effect.

Mediaeval music has become a significant part of our repertoire and recently (Jan 2006) 2 players, Madeleine & Kate, joined 2 staff members, Neville & Keith to perform in period costume, on renaissance recorders, cornamusen, shawm, dulcian, hurdy-gurdy, gemshorn, 3 holed pipe and nakers, at a “medieval wedding” in Timaru Gardens.

A great time was had by all.