‘I feel most at home with Verdi. His music speaks to me both vocally and emotionally, it feels like stepping into a natural space where I can fully express myself.’
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'
Patrick Ayrton, composer & harpsichordist
‘Success is simply the joy of having moved my audiences, either in performance or through my compositions.’
Marco Di Stefano, composer
‘Music exists when it is consumed, and having people who discover, listen and appreciate my music is certainly a success.’
Isabel Dobarro, pianist
‘Presenting new works and innovative programming is essential’
Aïda Lahlou, pianist
‘Before seeking to grow audiences, we should seek to deepen the connection we have with our existing audiences’
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