The biggest challenge in a career today is to stand the test of time. In a world that runs fast and where a new opera singer is “baked” every minute, being successful after 15 years on stage is, for me, the greatest challenge won
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'
Jack Hancher, guitarist
Don’t be afraid to try things musically. Experiment. Always keep an open mind to new suggestions and ideas. Question other interpretations of the music you’re playing. I think all of these are key to finding your own voice.
Tim Reader, conductor
Master at least one other endeavour to a professional level. You won’t be any less of a musician, it will almost certainly feed into your music-making, and it gives you an alternative if (God forbid) there is a repeat of 2020, or if you just change your mind as you get older. It’s harder to retrain later in life.
Trio Con Brio Copenhagen
Success for us has a lot to do with communication with our audience whom we give to and receive from
Emma Halnan, flautist
I strive to perform all works with my heart and soul, but I suppose my best performances are of pieces which I particularly love, working alongside fabulous musicians
William Susman, composer
Always write what is true to you at that moment in your life. Do not try to copy or emulate others because someone tells you that is what is current or necessary.
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