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• More dates are always being added– have a look at the Concert Dates page to see if we will be at a venue near you.
  
• Piva are very pleased to welcome Anne Wride as a member of the group. Anne is a superb violinist who is steeped in music. She brings a wealth of experience and a range of new influences into the group. As well as the Renaissance, her musical interests embrace medieval, folk, bluegrass, French Canadian and Cypriot pop and just about everything else in between! Read a profile of Anne on the Band Members page.

"The entertainment came from a remarkable Renaissance music group called PIVA. They play an amazing variety of music of the Elizabethan era, they entertained for an hour and not a minute of that was too long. Not only did the group sound great, they also looked great in costumes of the time and their enthusiasm was infectious. If you have the chance to hear them, jump at it." Kenneth Irvine - Chair, Voluntary Arts Ireland.

“This was not just a recital but a group of musicians living the music they were playing. Their body language clearly displayed their unity with the music. The sound of each instrument was clear but blended with the others to a wonderful atmospheric harmony. Informative introductions added meaning to lively pieces. This was early music at its most entertaining. Piva has certainly achieved its objective of bringing this music back to life.”
Peter Collett, Leicester Mercury.

'Piva are one of the most popular musical groups that perform at the Hall and we always receive many fantastic comments from our visitors. They really do bring the property to life and I am looking forward to their visit again during our Yuletide celebrations in December ". Rebecca Douglas, Visitor Services Manager, Little Moreton Hall

"I would just like to take this opportunity to say what a pleasure it was having you performing on the Market. The atmosphere that you brought to the event was spot on!! It is really nice to work with such professionals – we would definitely like to use your services again and will recommend you to anyone holding a similar event."
Emma Adcocks - Stockport Market Officer

“We were delighted with Piva’s concert this year at the Leicester Early Music Festival and wondered if you would like a return visit?” John Bence, Leicester Early Music Festival

“Just what we were looking for. The audience were especially delighted to hear the crumhorn piece – such an excellent sound.” Helen Mason, Lincoln Early Music Festival

"We are delighted that Piva return each year to the magical setting of Little Moreton Hall. The property is brought to life by the wonderful sounds that fill the property, much to the delight of of our visitors". David Watts, Property Manager, Little Moreton Hall

“It was a delightful evening and fascinating to be transported back to the 16th century” Ormskirk National Trust

“That was magic, pure magic. I had a smile on my face from the very first note to the last.” Peter Berg, Lincoln Early Music Festival 2007

“So are you two a married couple then, cos I think your really 'ansome - other than your wearing a tea towel on your 'ead” Very Strange Lady, Stockport Market, August 2007. (Editors Note:- Eric was wearing a coif at the time!)

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