Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Barnsley Gardens




Barnsley Gardens, located in Adairsville, Georgia, are 160-year-old gardens that feature over 200 varieties of heirloom roses.  It's a romantic getaway that's a setting for many weddings. In fact, I have personally played for many weddings here.

The original estate was a manor called Woodlands.  Construction began in 1840 by Godfrey Barnsley as a gift for his wife, Julie.  Unfortunately, Julie never lived to see its completion. She died in 1845 of a lung ailment.  After her death, construction ceased.  It is said that Julie's spirit appeared to Godfrey the following year, urging him to finish the estate for their children and future generations.

In 1991, Barnsley Gardens was opened to the public as a historical garden and museum.  Today it's a resort destination with luxurious cottages, a golf course, spa, hunting, fishing, hiking, and numerous other activities.



Admission to see the gardens is $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children.



And now something a little different to entertain you. Here's a video of a recent performance I did with the Gwinnett Symphony Orchestra. I am performing the Double Concerto for Viola and Clarinet by Bruch. The clarinetist is my friend, Diane Hargreaves. Hope you enjoy it. 




14 comments:

  1. Very interesting article! Thank you for sharing!

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  2. A lot to offer! Be great to see later when it's open again.

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    1. I'm wondering if we'll have any weddings there this year.

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  3. I bet it would be gorgeous shooting a wedding there.

    What a delight seeing you play.

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  4. That garden looks wonderful. Maybe someday...when the world opens again.
    And gorgeous music. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. I don't think these places have much activity these days!

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  5. It's hard to believe all the time I was living in Georgia, I never visited the gardens. I understand it is a beautiful place. Love your performance.

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    1. There are a lot of pretty places in Georgia. But a lot of them require rather long car rides to get there.

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  6. Loved the music. I get terribly confused by the difference between a violin and a viola. I know that the viola is the only instrument to use the alto clef (I think !) and has a slightly lower range. As both instruments are automatically in concert pitch why does a C on either instrument sound like B flat? Also loved the garden, by the way...
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    1. Violins are smaller and have E, A, D, and G strings. Violas have A, D, G, and C strings.

      I'm not sure why a C sounds like a B flat to you. Is it something with our western tuning? A=440 not the European 444.

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  7. Hi Sherry - very late ... but glad to know you're feeling better. Love your piece ... delightful to listen to ... while the gardens look wonderful - so am so glad they were finished. All the best Hilary

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