PROGRAMME:-
Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757) - Sonata K213 D Minor (L.108), - Sonata K214 D Major (L.165) Robert Schumann (1810-1856) - Novelleten Op 21 no.8: F sharp minor - Sehr lebhaft Claude Debussy (1862-1918) - Preludes Book 1 (selection), II. Voiles: Modéré, X. La cathédrale engloutie: Profondément calme, XI. La danse de Puck: Capricieux et léger Bela Bartok (1881-1945) - Piano Sonata SZ.80, I. Allegro Moderato, II. Sostenuto e pesante, III. Allegro Molto
BIO Praised for his sense “culture and refinement” by the Liszt Society, British pianist Phillip Leslie is a thought-provoking artist and has received considerable acclaim for his performances across the UK and Europe. He has been described by ESM as a “tour-de-force” and “an unassuming prodigy” by the Hastings Independent Press. His recent concert engagements include performances at Salle Cortot, Steinway Hall, St John’s Smith Square, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Castellon Auditorio & the Wigmore Hall.
As a passionate educator, Phillip’s considers his outreach work of the upmost importance to his musical life. As a Concordia Foundation Artist, Keyboard Charitable Trust Artist, Live Music Now Artist & Cross Trust Artist, he is grateful to have the opportunity to share music with a wider audience.