Buxton International Festival

Buxton Opera House interior

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TOUR CODE:
BUXF-27

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From comic curiosities to tragic masterpieces, enjoy an enticing blend of familiar and less familiar works during this renowned summer festival
Learn about the musical works – and the festival itself – during a series of private talks with our Tour Director and special guests, arranged specially for our tour
Journey into the surrounding Derbyshire countryside to visit handsome estates with rich histories

Beloved for its enticing blend of familiar and less familiar works, the Buxton Festival – which takes place amidst the glorious hills of the Peak District – presents a feast of opera, literature and music.

Tour Director

Russell-Keable

Russell Keable

Composer, arranger, lecturer, broadcaster and performer Russell Keable is an experienced tour leader.

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Tour Director Russell Keable, BA, MMus, trained at the universities of Nottingham and London and studied conducting with George Hurst and Norman Del Mar at London’s Royal College of Music. He currently teaches at the University of Surrey and is active as a composer, arranger, lecturer, broadcaster and performer.

“[Russell’s] post-performance gatherings are the perfect end to an evening. He is a good listener and is always keen to discuss views that might not fit with his own. He is exceptional company and I will hope to join him again at some time on another music tour”

– ACE customer on the 2025 Buxton International Festival tour led by Russell Keable

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