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JAMES LISNEY pianist
The music of Fryderyk Chopin has been central to British pianist James Lisney’s repertoire since his Wigmore Hall debut in 1986.
This autumn he is touring some of Chopin’s most beloved piano music, including the Four Ballades and selected Nocturnes, with concerts in Prague, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. The UK leg begins on 27 September, and includes major venues such as Bradshall Hall at Birmingham Conservatoire and the Stoller Hall in Manchester, and more intimate venues including London’s 1901 Arts Club. Those who cannot attend in person can enjoy a livestream of the programme from St George’s Bristol on 27 November. Full details here
In this podcast, James talks about the challenges and pleasures of playing Chopin, in particular the Ballades, concert preparation, and inspiring amateur pianists….
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