Study Day on Words, Music and Place

Friday 26th June 2026
Starts 10:45 until 18:30
Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH12 5BB

Study Day on Words, Music and Place

Date: Friday, 26th June 2026

Time: 10:45 to 18:00

Venue: Bournemouth University (BH12 5BB)

Cost: FREE

A Study Day organised by the Literature and Music Research Group, in partnership with University Music Bournemouth and The Thomas Hardy Society, on Friday 26th June at Bournemouth University (BH12 5BB). Through papers, a panel discussion and a lecture recital, we will explore how place — physically and symbolically — has influenced writers and composers.

Registration
The symposium is free to attend and members of the public with an interest in the events taking place are very welcome. Registration is now open through Eventbrite.

Schedule
10:45  Arrival (Fusion Building, Bournemouth University)
11:15  Welcome
11:30  SESSION 1: Papers ‘Words, Music and Place’
13:00  Lunch break
14:15  SESSION 2: Panel Discussion ‘Hardy’s Houses’
15:45  Tea break
16:30  SESSION 3: Lecture Recital ‘Song settings of Dorset Poets’
18:00  Drinks reception

Pay and display parking is available at Bournemouth University.

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