Tea with Netty: OAE viola player Martin Kelly

Longstanding OAE viola player Martin Kelly joins Netty for a chat. In his final year with the OAE, Martin looks back on his first encounter with Netty 53 years ago, joining the orchestra and overcoming the many trials and tribulations of life as a musician. He also shares unforgettable stories from amusing pranks to cherished memories on and off stage.

Martin reflects on his travels and life in America, as well as the health challenges that led him to explore early music on the viola. He speaks warmly about the importance of friendship during difficult times, his enduring love for Glyndebourne - never missing a season of performing - and the strong sense of community it has cultivated over the years. Looking ahead, he also shares his excitement for the new adventures still to come.

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Tea with Netty is the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment’s podcast hosted by viola player Annette Isserlis (Netty). Over a cuppa (or something a little stronger…), Netty chats with a variety of conductors, players and other guests as she ‘spills the tea’ on the side of classical music you don’t normally hear.

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