Born in Melbourne, Australia, his family moved to London where Jamie studied at the Central School of Art and Design. As a painter, he continues the tradition of the Boyd family who have collectively made such a profound contribution to Australian art.
Since his success as joint winner of the 1982 International Tchaikovsky Competition, Peter Donohoe has gained international recognition as one of the foremost pianists. He will be performing Busoni, Chopin Waltzes, Rachmaninov and Chopin.
A Sunday morning masterclass for current piano students and emerging artists, with an interested audience invited to observe, led by internationally acclaimed pianist Peter Donohoe CBE.
An intimate portrait of Chopin’s life through his music and letters. Stephen Baron is featured on piano with Marguerite Duncan-Sutherland narrating and singing. Stephen will also discuss the uniqueness of Chopin’s musical style.
Oysland, a 5-piece London Klezmer band, embody the new generation of Jewish roots music. Performing an exuberant and soulful cocktail of wedding tunes and lamenting lullabies with original heartfelt melodies, foot-stomping beats and echoes of a bygone era.
This 1927 movie features Janet Gaynor, Margaret Livingston and George O’Brien. Sunrise was the first feature film released with synchronized sound-on-film using the Fox Movietone system and a musical score by Hugo Riesenfeld.
Performing are Abigail Boyd – vocals, Tim Lapthorn – piano and Brandon Allan – saxophone.
The works by Dowland and his contemporaries are performed by Dame Emma Kirkby – vocals, Daniel Thomson – tenor, Sam Brown – lute and Harry Buckoke – viola gamba.
Music of J.S. Bach, Aram Khachaturian, Moszkowski, Mily Balakirev and Friedrich Gulda will feature. Peter has performed extensively as a recitalist and concerto soloist internationally.
This is a humorous, vibrant, interactive seminar with leading mind coach. Thought-provoking ideas, demonstrations of the body’s energy systems, fascinating anecdotes and a bit of group hypnosis.
This is an opportunity for children and amateur musicians of all ages to play through pieces in an informal concert, on any instrument, in any genre, at any level of difficulty, to a friendly, encouraging audience of family and friends.
This is an opportunity for children and amateur musicians of all ages to play through pieces in an informal concert, on any instrument, in any genre, at any level of difficulty, to a friendly, encouraging audience of family and friends.
Joe Webb regularly performs around Europe and has played in venues such as Ronnie Scott’s, The Royal Albert Hall, Dizzy’s Club in New York City and KoKo. Joining Joe on the piano is Tom Farmer - bass and Shane Forbes – drums.