North Wind

North Wind comprise flute, oboe, clarinet, horn and bassoon. We share a passion for music and performance and play a wide variety of music ranging from baroque through to contemporary.We have performed regularly together since 1999 in a variety of venues, primarily in the North of England.

As well as concerts, we have also played for weddings, memorial services, car launchings, art exhibitions and formal dinners. Our programmes are devised individually to provide a variety of musical styles for each occasion.


Previous Concerts and Events

Friday 11 May 2007

Profound and profane

The 18th century Grade 1 listed building - The Church of St Ann in Newcastle - was the venue for our concert with the Northern English Singers, conducted by Howard Layfield. The choir performed a varied programme including 16th century Weelkes and Lassus to Messiaen and Dove of the 20th century. Robin accompanied on the organ.
North Wind performed the Malcolm Arnold Three Shanties for Wind and the Dance Suite by Norman Hallam.