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Join us for a relaxed, multi-sensory concert experience. This concert is part of our Imagine Series: a series of afternoon concerts at Wigmore Hall designed for a neurodiverse audience.

Arts Society lecturer, Alan Read, will lead this tour of The Wallace Collection which is justly renowned for its paintings, some of them among the most famous in the country. Kenneth Clark once described the Great Room as the greatest picture gallery in Europe. From Italian Renaissance to Dutch Golden Age and French Rococo, this tour will strike a balance between well-known masterpieces and what might prove to be new discoveries and pose the question, what exactly is it that constitutes fame and value? We will have two groups of 12. Eachvisit will last 90 minutes. Date of Visit - Thursday 17th September 2026 MeetingTimes - The morning group will meet at 10.15 for a 10.30 start and the afternoon group will meet at 13.45 for a 14.00 start. Meeting Place - We will meet inside the main entrance of the Wallace Collection, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN. It's a 10 minute walk from Bond Street Station. Ticket Price - The cost is 28 per person including Vox equipment. Tickets - Despite what it may say elsewhere you do not need to bring your ticket with you as we will have an attendance sheet. If you book for more than one person, the tickets will be in your name only and joining instructions will only be emailed to you. If you have any questions please contact Betty Makin at [email protected] Tel: 020 3561 2283 and 07932 790479.

Idrîsî Ensemble explore the interweaving of science and the sacred through geometry, arithmetic, and symbolism in a programme of medieval trios and quartets, creating "a serene, hypnotic and reverent soundscape that feels like a voyage through sonic time." Medieval writers often spoke of music in three interlocking dimensions: musica mundana (cosmic order), musica humana (the harmony of the human being - body and soul), and musica instrumentalis (the audible music of voices and instruments). Music was not merely something we make; it was also something we are inside of. The cosmos has order; the human has order; sounding music is a mirror and a training ground for both. To sing or play was therefore not only to perform, but to rehearse a way of being in tune - with oneself, with others, and with the world. For this performance, Idrîsî Ensemble director Thomas Fournil leads a group of six singers to explore trivium and quadrivium.

This is Cabernet Sauvignon as it should be experienced: generous servings in premium glassware, among beautiful surroundings, and with plenty of time to savour every nuance. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or simply looking for a sophisticated night out, Cabernet Sauvignon Unlocked offers a unique opportunity to explore continents, climates and styles through one of the world's most celebrated red grapes. Accompanied by seasonal canapés throughout the evening, you'll journey from the bold, structured expressions of Chile and Argentina to the vibrant, fruit-forward styles of New Zealand and Australia, rediscovering just how compelling Cabernet Sauvignon can be. This is an evening you'll be talking about. About Encountr Encountr designs evenings that feel different. Not through novelty — but through care. Exceptional wines, beautiful food, curious people. No pretension. Every event is deliberately small and personal in feel.

Idrîsî Ensemble explore the interweaving of science and the sacred through geometry, arithmetic, and symbolism in a programme of medieval trios and quartets, creating "a serene, hypnotic and reverent soundscape that feels like a voyage through sonic time." Medieval writers often spoke of music in three interlocking dimensions: musica mundana (cosmic order), musica humana (the harmony of the human being - body and soul), and musica instrumentalis (the audible music of voices and instruments). Music was not merely something we make; it was also something we are inside of. The cosmos has order; the human has order; sounding music is a mirror and a training ground for both. To sing or play was therefore not only to perform, but to rehearse a way of being in tune - with oneself, with others, and with the world. For this performance, Idrîsî Ensemble director Thomas Fournil leads a group of six singers to explore trivium and quadrivium.