William and Catherine Blake’s Songs of Innocence and of Experience

The collaboration between The Blake Society and St Bartholomew's for an evening dedicated to William Blake's work is a testament to the enduring impact of Blake's artistic and poetic legacy. The event promises a rich tapestry of music and discourse, with Katy Carr's musical interpretations breathing new life into Blake's "Songs of Innocence and Experience," complemented by Stephen Pritchard's scholarly insights. This fusion of melody and analysis aims to illuminate the depths of Blake's creations, inviting attendees to immerse themselves in the profound resonance of his themes, which continue to speak to the human condition. The involvement of individuals like Carr and Pritchard, who bring their unique talents and perspectives to Blake's oeuvre, ensures that the evening will be an enlightening experience for both aficionados and newcomers to Blake's visionary world. The event underscores the timeless relevance of Blake's work, as it continues to inspire and provoke thought across diverse audiences and artistic mediums.

Katy Carr is an award-winning, independent British singer-songwriter with Polish roots. She is an aviator and multi-instrumentalist: ukulele, banjolele, piano, and vintage keyboard. Katy has released six albums of songs, inspired by untold stories from history and has performed to audiences across the UK, US, and Europe. She is delighted to be debuting her self-penned vocal melodies of William Blake's collection of Songs of Innocence and of Experience in partnership with the Blake Society. Katy is currently planning a double album of Blake’s works. For more information on the artist please visit www.katycarr.com /katycarrmusic

Stephen Pritchard is the Secretary of the Blake Society. He studied English at ExeterCollege, Oxford, and whilst researching for a DPhil on William Blake, taught and ran classes for graduates and undergraduates. Stephen co-founded the WOMADFestival in 1982 with Peter Gabriel: ‘Stephen became a major creative architect of the WOMAD festival as it developed’, Thomas Brooman, (WOMAD Artistic Director1982-2008). He has recently created and directed a new multimedia play, Albion, Awake! about William and Catherine Blake’s life and work. For more information on The Blake Society: blakesociety.org.

The bar will be open throughout the event.