Piers Lane at The Swan, Streatley-on-Thames
10th to 12th April 2009 (Easter)
London-based Australian pianist Piers Lane has a flourishing international career which has taken him to more than forty countries.
As a soloist at the BBC Promenade Concerts on five occasions, Piers Lane's concerto repertoire, which exceeds 70 works, includes many rarities by British & European composers. His extensive discography includes, on the Hyperion label, much admired recordings of Grainger and Bach Transcriptions and the complete Scriabin Preludes.
Recent highlights include performances of the Grieg Concerto with the London Philharmonic & Hallé Orchestras, recitals in Adelaide, Brisbane, Como, Hobart, Munich, Maastricht, Sydney, the Valldemossa Chopin Festival and a nine-concert tour for Chamber Music New Zealand.
The Recital Programmes
Friday
- Brahms Sonata in F min Op 5
- Chopin Nocturnes:
- Op 9 in Bb min, Eb, B
- Op 15 in F, F# min, G min
- Op 62 in B, E
- Op Posth in C# min
Saturday
- Beethoven Andante Favori
- Mendelssohn Four Songs Without Words
- Brahms Four Piano Pieces Op 119
- Chopin Preludes Op 28
The Swan at Streatley-on-Thames
This beautiful hotel, nestling on the bank of the River Thames, was host to the stars during the filming of "Pride & Prejudice" at nearby Basildon Park.
The original building is thought to have been in existence since the late 17th century. Nowadays, this perfect location in a natural valley complements the high standards of food and service.