‘Dive right in, meet people, and collaborate. The more musicians you work with, the more you learn’
Author: The Cross-Eyed Pianist
Frances Wilson is a pianist, writer, music and arts reviewer, music PR, and blogger on classical music and pianism under the pen name 'The Cross-Eyed Pianist'
Emily Hazrati, composer
‘Making the work I want to make with collaborators I admire and cherish.’
Eivind Buene, composer
‘Keep an open mind, be omnivorous, don’t be afraid of influences – have confidence that some kind of voice will emerge in you.’
Lorena Paz Nieto, soprano
‘Find your way and what works for you, be extremely well-prepared, and be proud of your work.’
Jocelyn Freeman, pianist & curator
‘Stay true to yourself and carve out your own career path’
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