‘Artistically, I think success is about creating a space where music becomes something shared — a moment of real connection between the artist, the audience, and the wider human experience.’
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'
Harpreet Bansal, violinist & composer
‘Be curious, take the initiative, don’t hesitate to approach and learn from those who you admire. Go to concerts, let it inspire you to practice. And practice, a lot.’
Helena Paish, composer
‘I think it’s easy to forget how much we owe to our teachers and mentors. The musician that I am today comes from being inspired and encouraged by my teachers.’
Christopher Gray, choral conductor & organist
‘The most fulfilling thing is working with young people who are at the early stages of their engagement with the music we sing – they are still fresh to it, and it’s wonderful to see it through their eyes.’
Guy Elliott, tenor
‘Stay true to who you are and what you want from your music making’
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