As both a taster and a fund-raiser for the Brighton Early Music Festival (BREMF), this was a delightful evening.

Highlights of part one were Clare Norburn, with Joy Smith on harp, acting out four different parts while singing what appeared to be a soap opera in medieval French; Clare Sanabras's voice; the gorgeous frocks and music of Eclipse; and Red Priest, who left the audience smiling and exhausted by their exuberance.

Part two was Mozart's Requiem, performed by the BREMF Singers and Players, directed by John Hancorn. About 60 musicians crammed into such a small space may sound constrained but the soloists rode the dynamic of orchestra, choir and auditorium to create a triumph of balanced and beautiful music.

BREMF will take place throughout October and, with acts of such merit involved, it is advisable to book well in advance.