Elgar: A Piano Portrait
Elgar: A Piano Portrait celebrates the life and works of Sir Edward Elgar, one of Britain's most esteemed composers.
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Elgar: A Piano Portrait celebrates the life and works of Sir Edward Elgar, one of Britain's most esteemed composers. The performance will feature some of Elgar's lesser-known piano works, alongside pieces from Brahms, Coleridge-Taylor, Gershwin, and Messiaen. Through this programme, the audience will embark on a harmonious journey through Elgar's career, exploring 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. He is passionate about promoting the music of Elgar and bringing classical music to new audiences.
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Call 0344 249 1895
- Meeting point
Carice Room
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Upcoming events
May half-term at The Firs
This half term at The Fir, tick off some 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾. Dotted around the garden there will be fun family activities to take part in.
Extra Open Day for the Elgar Festival
The Firs will be open two extra days this week to celebrate the Elgar Festival taking place.
Tai Chi at the Firs with Golden Threads
Discover the art of well-being through Tai Chi, guided by the Stevanovitch method. These energetic classes are designed to promote health, relaxation, and a sense of presence, offering a perfect balance of strength, flexibility, and inner calm.
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.