In the third of my interviews with pianist and teacher GéNIA we discuss how GéNIA developed the Piano-Yoga® method out of a necessity to strengthen her hands and how it evolved into an holistic body/mind piano technique.
Hastings International Piano Concerto Competition
The HASTINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO CONCERTO COMPETITION is a prestigious piano contest which takes place annually, and is the “jewel in the crown” of the Hastings Musical Festival, founded in 1908.
Open to pianists of ages 16-30 years, including professionals, this contest, now in its ninth year, showcases some of the most talented young pianists in the world. Chosen semi-finalists will be offered a masterclass (Friday 15th March) with members of the Jury.
FIRST STAGE – Preliminary Round 11th – 13th March
SECOND STAGE – SEMI-FINALS. Thursday 14th March
Six pianists will play their Recitals.
Three semi-finalists will play in a Masterclass at Fairlight Hall – Friday 15th March – 7pm-9pm with members of the Jury
Tickets for the Masterclass are very limited, £12 per person (with wine and snacks). To book a place call Brenda on 01424 430923 or 01424 437357
THIRD STAGE – FINAL
Three finalists will play their chosen concerti (Saturday 16th March) with The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.
Further information and tickets here. Children under 16 can attend for FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.
Interviews with amateur pianists
Inspired by Alan Rusbridger’s book Play It Again, I am launching a new series of interviews with adult amateur pianists. The overriding theme of Rusbridger’s book is its celebration of amateur pianism and music making in general, as a convivial social activity and one which can provide ‘therapy’ in our busy lives.
I meet many amateur pianists in the course of my musical life, many of whom play at an advanced, or quasi professional level, but who have chosen to follow a different career path, for whatever reason. All of them express a love for the instrument and its literature, and this is their main motivation for playing the piano.
This series will celebrate the joy of amateur pianism, at whatever level. If you would like to take part in the series, you can either:
Download the Adult amateur pianist questionnaire and answer the questions, or
Write your own text and submit it to me (use the Contact page to get in touch initially)
For an idea of the kind of text I am looking for, please take a look at these interviews from Alan Rusbridger’s website:
Interviews with amateur pianists
At the Piano With……..GéNIA Part 2
The second instalment of my interview with pianist, teacher and creator of Piano-Yoga, GéNIA
The Cross-Eyed Pianist 