Martin Randall Festivals

York is a beautiful base for a music festival. The festival opened with the Tallis Scholars in York Minster and the final concert featured the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment at Castle Howard. Many other fine musicians performed in various settings inbetween.

I stayed at the Grand Hotel (3 hotels to choose from) which is very comfortable with lovely staff. Meals were in a variety of restaurants and all of an excellent standard.

Professor John Bryan gave witty, interesting and informative talks. He was available throughout the festival to answer any questions or just to chat. Iona, as Festival Manager, did a sterling job, backed up by a lovely team of MRT staff and tour managers. All in all a great experience.

A week staying in good hotels in Valletta, Malta, on a music tour - Handel Festival, with daily talks on the musician and the work to to seen/ heard that day by experienced and lively musicologist. Varied settings for all concerts - cathedrals, palaces, historical houses, in and around the city. Extra activities - art, history and walking tours also on offer. Opportunities to mingle with guests staying in different hotels on numerous occasions; knowledgeable Festival staff on hand for help and questions.

I took part in the Martin Randall Music Festival - Music Along the Danube. It was excellent; excellent river cruiser including accommodation, food, services and amenities. The music and the venues were of a very high standard, and the locations were fascinating. The organisation was excellent and the attention to detail of the fist order. A thoroughly professional approach made for another wonderful MRT holiday.

A mixture of classical music and history of Malta. Each day well planned making visits very enjoyable. Evenings - dinner and music. Expert lecturer and tour manager. Everything thought of and problems always solved quickly and to everyone's satisfaction. a totally relaxed and enjoyable holiday.

Music Along the Danube. Concerts given by musicians of the highest caliber which took place in historic buildings many of which were associated with the music performed in them. Stayed in both Vienna and in Durnstein, in beautiful hotels with city tours and/or daily walks along the Danube. Daily lectures given by eminent lecturers who were excellent communicators.

I enjoyed Martin Randall's Seine River Music Cruise where all participants were treated to a week of concerts with music ranging from the 12th to 20th century and played and/or sung by a variety of artists. We also enjoyed the history and architecture of the venues chosen for these concerts. In all, a wonderfully educational experience, enhanced by lectures on these topics.