Elgar: a piano portrait
Elgar: A Piano Portrait celebrates the life and works of Sir Edward Elgar, one of Britain's most esteemed composers.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Embark on a harmonious journey through Elgar's career. Enjoy some of Elgar's lesser-known piano works, alongside pieces from Brahms, Coleridge-Taylor, Gershwin, and Messiaen.
Through this programme, the audience will explore the relationships and context of different eras and compositional styles.
Myles Manders-Young is an English classical pianist based in Birmingham. He has received Third Prize at the Thailand 7th International Chopin Piano Competition, and a Gold Prize at the 4th Bangkok International Piano Competition.
Having first performed here last year, Myles is excited to return and bring his passion for promoting the music of Elgar and classical music back to The Firs.
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The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Carice Room
- Accessibility
The visitor centre is accessible for most people. Please see full information on our website's access statement.
Upcoming events
Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days As part of Heritage Open Days, the National Trust is offering free entry to The Firs on Monday 9, Friday 13, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September (10am – 5pm each day).
Singing class with Valery
Would you like to learn to sing? Try our singing classes with Valery.
An Audience with Corinne
Listen to cellist Corinne Frost playing cello music by British composers including Elgar. Corinne will also take music requests (classical or not) and might even create a sound portrait for you.