A musical event of a somewhat different nature in Bampton on bank holiday Monday, 25 May.... Bampton is one of the most ancient homes of morris dancing in England, and throughout the day the three local teams dance in the streets and gardens of the town.  Starting at about 8.30am, it's quite a feat of stamina for the dancers who continue until the early evening, when they are joined by invited guest teams from elsewhere.  It's always a delightful occasion - a chance to nose around neighbours' gardens, meeting many friends expected and unexpected, and of course to eat and drink!  We find it a useful occasion to nurture advance interest for our July opera, and a chance for informal discussion along the way with the many local people involved in our own project.  An excellent day was had, with only the lightest of rain showers and bright sun most of the time. Let's hope the sun is getting in practice for mid-July....