Ayreheart, founded by Grammy-nominated lutenist and composer Ronn McFarlane, presents a lively program of Renaissance and traditional music from the British Isles. Works by John Dowland and William Byrd appear alongside anonymous ballads and folk songs from England, Scotland, and Wales. The program highlights connections between courtly art music and folk traditions alongside new works inspired by the past, presented as a Renaissance & Baroque Legacy Concert.
Cast and Creative Team for Ayreheart: Ayres of Albion at Levy Hall
Cast
Andrew Fouts
Ensemble
Julia Bengtsson
Ensemble
Ron McFarlane
Ensemble
Norbert Rodenkirchen
Ensemble
Benjamin Bagby
Ensemble
Pascale Beaudin
Ensemble
Chris Norman
Ensemble
Scott Pauley
Ensemble
Patricia Halverson
Ensemble
Creative Team
Andrew Fouts
Co-Artistic Director
Pascale Beaudin
Guest Artist
Chris Norman
Guest Artist
Robert Rodenkirchen
Conductor
Julia Bengtsson
Baroque Dance Specialist
Ronn McFarlane
Founder
Benjamin Bagby
Conductor
Scott Pauley
Co-Artistic Director
Patricia Halverson
Co-Artistic Director
News About Ayreheart: Ayres of Albion at Levy Hall
Chatham Baroque Reveals 2026–2027 Season Lineup
June 03, 2026 Chatham Baroque announced its 2026/2027 season marking 35 years in Pittsburgh, featuring guest artists Chris Norman and Pascale Beaudin, a Vivaldi holiday concert, Bach programs, and visiting Renaissance & Baroque ensembles.About the Theatre
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