We are widely recognised for breaking the traditional mould of operatic repertory: so many companies, large and small, play safe and only perform a relatively small canon of accepted familiar pieces. Bampton takes risks, and it repays magnificently: we have revitalised fascinating works and thrilled audiences and critics with our discoveries. We provide a supportive atmosphere for young professional singers, providing fascinating challenges and helping their emerging careers to develop.

We'll give at least 4 staged performances of a significant 'forgotten' opera, Nicolo Isouard's 'Cendrillon' (Cinderella) of 1810. We have a showcase London concert to celebrate the bicentenary of Mozart's favourite soprano Nancy Storace. We'll give two performances at Christmas, aimed at families, of Menotti's 'Amahl and the Night Visitors'. We plan chamber music and talks around our birthday celebrations in Bampton.