ACE is delighted to unveil a new destination in our 2026 ACE musical line-up – Stour Music – which boasts a well-deserved reputation for bringing top quality artists from all over the world together for inspirational music-making amidst a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere.
“A pilgrim destination for connoisseurs of early music.”
– BBC Music Magazine
In its 64th year, Stour Music is rapidly growing in popularity thanks to its reputation for high quality music performed by internationally-acclaimed artists. Based in a venue with wonderful acoustics, a 12th century Pilgrim church, our tour will benefit from the festival's stunning rural setting and outstanding musical experiences, which together make for a wonderful late summer celebration of song.
Stour: Early Music in the Garden of England
June 18–22, 2026
with Ashley Solomon
Join Ashley Solomon, Head of Historical Performance at the Royal College of Music and Director of Baroque ensemble Florilegium, for five world-class performances spanning the ages, from a celebration of song by Dowland and Purcell and an evening devoted to William Byrd, to a delightful programme of Baroque concertos by Telemann, Handel, Leclair, Vivaldi and J S Bach.
Image Credits
Boughton Aluph Church | JJ Lincolne / CC BY 2.0 via Flickr
