In his welcome return to St Cecilia's Fringe series John Kitchen demonstrates the appealing tonal qualities of the 1678 virginal by Guarracino, from the Mirrey collection. Renowned for his outstanding keyboard artistry, Kitchen creates a uniquely rewarding recital, bringing this beautiful instrument to the attention of early music lovers in a programme which will also entrance more general concertgoers. He will perform works by Frescobaldi, Pasquini, Alessandro Scarlatti, Byrd, Bull and late 16th century Scottish composers with that 'remarkable articulation and musical sensitivity' which 'deserves only the highest praise' (Audaud.com).