The Queen's favorites Lute Solos & Songs by John Dowland (1563-1526)

• Presented By The Music House
• Dates May 4, 2025
• Time 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Sunday, May 4, 2025 3:00 p.m.The Queen’s favoritesLute solos and songs byJohn Dowland (1563-1626)Tasmin Simmill, voiceSalomé Sandoval, voice and luteCreated by SaSaEnglish mezzo-soprano Tamsin Simmill grew up singing the traditional Anglican church repertoire. While studying languages at Oxford, she toured in Denmark, Germany, Jakarta, and Hong Kong; sang and recorded with Emma Kirkby and the Consorte of Musicke; premiered works by Arvo Pärt in France with the Western Wind and Hilliard Ensembles; and, with the Finzi Singers, premiered vocal works by modern British composers, recording on the Chandos label.On moving to Ireland she sang, toured, and recorded with the National Irish Chamber Choir and Dublin Grand Opera. After moving to NC in 1999, Tamsin for 6 years co-directed and sang in women's a cappella ensemble, Isabella, (twice invited to appear in the Piccolo Spoleto Festival); was a charter member of the Raleigh Bach Soloists; and is a guest soloist with groups including the Duke Bach Ensemble, NC Baroque Chamber Orchestra, Raleigh Camerata (next concert May 10: Dueling Divas at Western Blvd Presbyterian Church, Raleigh), and at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Raleigh (April 17). She lives in Durham with her husband and their 6 cats.Multifaceted artist Salomé _Sandoval (SaSa) sings and accompanies herself with lutes, early and classical guitars, in multilingual, creative and innovative programs, ranging from Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque to 20th century repertoires. Her performances often include a combination of visual arts, dance, theater and music as a protagonist. Originally from Venezuela, SaSa holds a GPD in Early Music voice and lute from Longy, as well as MA from MTSU and a BM from IUDEM, both in classical guitar. In addition to her appearances in masterclasses, radio shows, theater, movie soundtracks and television, SaSa is an award winner in several music competitions. She has sung and played in various ensembles and choirs in Venezuela and the US, she is an active music teacher and has given masterclasses in classical guitar in NY, MN and Mexico. SaSa has collaborated in CD recordings with distinguished organizations and has two of her own. Her recent collaborations include Raleigh Camerata, Boston Camerata, El Mundo and the Newberry Consort, as well as her own group El Fuego Early Music Ensemble. www.sasasounds.com Youtube: @salomesandoval and @elfuegoearlymusicSuggested donations:$20 per concert minimumStudents-what you can afford, please just attendCash or Check to John O’Brien or venmo belowThe Music House never covers costs! Donations above the suggested are most appreciated!Assistance in promoting concerts is also appreciatedSpace is Limited-Reservations Required!themusichousegreenvillenc@gmail.com