our story so far
Echor Music was founded by three friends who recognised a unique musical opportunity in the Chilterns. Discovering that many of the country's most talented and sought-after musicians lived locally - commuting to London for their work - founders Nicholas Bootiman, Eva Thorarinsdottir, and Jonathan Stone were inspired to harness this incredible pool of talent for the enjoyment of local communities.
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From the beginning, Echor has been driven by a desire to reimagine the classical concert experience. Variety, storytelling, and creativity sit at the heart of our artistic vision, with imaginative programming, distinctive venues, and world-class musicianship taking centre stage.
our passion is to inspire our local communities by creating breathtaking musical experiences on their doorstep
Echor's Launch Concert, Nordic Giants, saw them convert an agricultural barn in Brazier’s End into an atmospheric concert venue for the night, highlighting the works of Grieg & Sibelius. The following year, they transformed the barn at DundridgeManor into a thrilling setting for a live screening of Nosferatu, premiering a brand new score composed by Nicholas Bootiman.
Now nestled into their fourth concert season, recent highlights include Standstill, an emotional journey exploring the role of music in war and peace where Strauss' Metamorphosen and Barber's Adagio took centre stage, as well as a production of Amadé, an enchanting insight into Mozart's colourful life like never told before.