15/12/2008 [Artists]
Following the outstanding success of the hugely popular lunchtime recital programme, Yamaha Artist Services Europe (London) has announced a fifth series of the critically-acclaimed Lunchtime Conservatoire Concert Series at Chappell’s in Wardour Street, Soho, beginning in the New Year.
The recitals will feature performances from some of the UK's very best young pianists from London's Conservatoires and offer a wonderful opportunity for London’s stressed out classical music lovers to take a lunchtime break to enjoy and appreciate performances by these highly gifted up-and-coming artists.
The concerts have received critical acclaim from some of the capital's top musicians, music professors and record labels since they provide outstanding showcase opportunities for the best emerging classical music talent in one of London's most intimate and historic concert settings. The series has also received excellent reviews from classical music writers.
Entry to the recitals is free of charge but booking in advance is highly recommended. The concerts will take place in the Recital Hall of Yamaha Artist Services Europe (London), located in the historic Piano Hall at Chappell’s at 152-160 Wardour Street.
Programme, artists and dates are as follows:
| January 14: | Maria Mnemtsova (Royal College of Music) plays Chopin |
| January 28: | Sam Liu (Trinity College of Music) plays Scarlatti, Busoni, Scriabin, Liszt |
| February 11: | Martyna Jatkauskaite (Guildhall School of Music & Drama) plays Clementti, Prokofiev, Schumann |
| February 25: | Ching-Yun Hu (Royal Academy of Music) plays Liszt, Strauss, Ravel, Shostakovich |
| March 11: | Kentaro Nagai (Royal College of Music) plays Shostakovich, Balakirev, Scriabin |
All recitals commence at 1pm. Seating is limited and places can be reserved in advance by calling 0207 432 4439 or emailing kumi_liley@gmx.yamaha.com.
