Note of thanks to Tornaveen Festival
I wish to thank everyone at Tornaveen Festival for a splendid evening together. I very much enjoyed playing at Tornaveen hall... the acoustics were superb! A very special thanks to…
How I listen to music: Ep.1 Fanny Davies, Tempo Rubato & Chord Spreads
I have recently come across this beautiful recording and wanted to share my thoughts about it.
Fanny Davies recorded Robert Schumann‘s Davidsbündler dances Op.6 in 1930, when she was in her late 60s. She was a student of Clara Schumann‘s. Her playing in my mind is of the utmost in refinement, sentiment and musicianship. I have no doubt that her interpretation is perhaps the closest we will ever get to hearing Clara Schumann’s own playing.
Concert 22 March 2011, Cadenza International Summer Music School Showcase
An upcoming event directed by my good friend and colleague John Thwaites As you are probably aware, I do not normally tend to promote other artist's concert events. However, I…
Overview of Fortepiano Extravaganza concert at Birmingham conservatoire
I wish to thank all fortepiano students, and congratulate you all on your achievements at the concert on Monday. All of you succeeded to create some wonderfully moving moments with…