Songs of Nature: An evening of words and music

Tue Jun 09 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:35 pm UTC+01:00

Central Hall | York

York Festival of Ideas
Publisher/HostYork Festival of Ideas
Songs of Nature: An evening of words and music
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Author Michael Morpurgo hosts a spellbinding evening of words and music exploring our deep connection to the natural world.
About this Event

Performers: Michael Morpurgo and Clare O’Connell

Join one of Britain’s favourite storytellers, Michael Morpurgo, for a spellbinding evening of words and music exploring our deep connection to the natural world.

Through a journey across land and sea, Michael celebrates the vibrant beauty of our planet and our shared responsibility to protect it. Featuring readings from the Carnival of the Animals, A Song of Gladness and Driftwood, his evocative stories are beautifully interwoven with music by cellist Clare O’Connell.

Full of humour, energy and emotion, the acclaimed writer’s inspiring performances are always a highlight of the Festival programme. Come along and rediscover the wonder of the wild with Michael, our Festival Patron, at this very special family concert.

Suitable for ages 8+.

Book sales

You can buy copies of many of our speakers’ books from Fox Lane Books, a local independent bookseller and Festival partner. In some cases, author signed bookplates are available too.

Image credits: Portrait photo Steve Hatton; illustrations Michael Foreman

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Central Hall, Central Hall, York, United Kingdom

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