About Music at Plush
Music at Plush was founded in 1992 by William Lacey and Music Director Adrian Brendel. Since its creation it has developed into a unique concert series with a passionate following. Concerts take place in former St. John the Baptist Church, restored from dereliction in 1992 and transformed into a performance hall with pews intact. The acoustics are sublime, and ideal for both ensemble music and live recordings.
The musicians live and rehearse in the manor house nearby. In this peaceful and inspiring environment they can immerse themselves in works with time. Over the past decade the music of some 80 composers have been performed by over 100 musicians from around the world.
The festival is dedicated to showcasing new music, for solo to larger ensemble works. By placing Bach with Birtwistle, or the more synthetic combination of Kurtag, Bartok and Beethoven, our programmes reveal a passion for the classic and modern repertoire alike.
Music at Plush encourages a diverse audience, with priority booking for those who join our Friends and Patrons membership schemes. Our community of Friends is vital for the survival of the festival, and continues to grow year after year.
Visit Plush
Plush is tucked away in the Piddle valley, 25 mins drive from Dorchester. Unless you fancy a picturesque hike, it is only accessible by vehicle.
Parking is provided. Please use the Plush Manor entrance situated at the end of the lane, past the Brace of Pheasants pub.
Music at Plush
former St. John the Baptist church
Plush
Dorset
DT2 7RJ
Access
Wheelchairs are welcome. Contact us in advance so that we can arrange your visit.
Food and Drink
Bring a picnic to enjoy in the church grounds. Alternatively, the famous Brace of Pheasants is a listed pub with olde charms and a lipsmacking menu. Please visit http://www.braceofpheasants.co.uk for more details.
Why can't I get a ticket for the concert of my choice?
Tickets tend to sell out due to the small capacity of the venue. If you have bought tickets but can't make a concert please contact us on 01300 348 516 on the day, so that we can offer your seat to another person. Thank you.
