Number 1 Classical Star set to join Classic FM Day Line-Up
Tuesday 5th June, 2007
NEWMARKET Racecourses have today announced that classical chart topper Gardar Thor Cortes (pictured above) will be among the classical acts performing at this year’s Classic FM Day on Wednesday 11th July.
Icelandic tenor Cortes has taken the UK by storm with the release of his fantastic self titled debut album Cortes, which spent 3 weeks at the top of the UK Classical Music Charts. Cortes has been described as a unique talent with a voice filled with mesmerising power, grace and passion reminding some of Luciano Pavorotti in his prime.
Cortes will join other classical stars and performers who will entertain race goers in a new look Classic FM Day, which will see classical performances before, between and after the races.
“We are pleased to announce the very talented Cortes in the new-look Classic FM Day line-up.” said Lisa Hancock, Managing Director of Newmarket Racecourses. “Classic FM Day for 2007 will certainly be an irresistible mix of music, great racing and fashion in the unique atmosphere of the July Course.”
Classic FM Day is the opening day of The Ritz Club July Festival 2007, 3 days of world class racing in the garden party atmosphere of the fabulous July Course and is Newmarket’s premier summer social event. On the track there will be some scintillating performances in the day’s Group 1 feature race, The UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation Falmouth Stakes. Off the track, fashion as well as classical music will be the focus as there will be prizes for winners of the Best Dressed Awards and the introduction of a small retail village within the July Course.
Classic FM Day will also be the official opening of the newly redeveloped July Course, as Newmarket will celebrate the investment of over £10m in a redevelopment of the main areas behind the grandstands which includes new bars, restaurants and improved public facilities.
Tickets for each day of the The Ritz Club July Festival are priced at:
Premier Enclosure - £32
Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure - £20
A 3-day festival ticket is also available:
Premier Enclosure - £69
Grandstand & Paddock - £45
Book online at www.newmarketracecourses.co.uk to receive a 20% discount off tickets prices or call the Newmarket Box Office on 01638 675 500.