Would you like the opportunity to play keyboard instruments tuned in historic temperaments? During the Artistic Temperaments Festival, the University of Southampton Music Department is offering the chance to play the Schantz pianoforte (modern replica of Viennese 1802) and the Taskin 2-manual harpsichord (modern replica of Paris 1769), with Music Students on hand to support visitors.

*Pianoforte for observation only: William Frecker Grand (London 1812)

15-minute, timed slots available across Friday 9 to Sunday 11 February 2024

Tickets £5 for a 15-minute session

Please check in at the Turner Sims Box Office Reception 5 minutes ahead of your ‘Try the Pianos’ confirmed session time, where you will be met and escorted to the Keyboard Room. There is a level access route between the two venues. Due to the running schedule, it may not be possible to accommodate late comers.

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