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Chatty Pianist – Three Musketeers
A Classical Piano Recital narrated by Emir Gamsız
Presented by Jeux d’Art and DigiHouse London

In his London debut at the historic Wilton’s Music Hall, “Chatty Pianist” will play a fantastic repertoire and share tips with the audience on how to act like they know classical music very well.

Pianist, composer, and writer Emir Gamsız began playing the piano at the age of 20 after quitting his career as a successful basketball player for Beşiktaş in the Turkish National League. He became a sensation in New York after creating and performing “Chatty Pianist” concept—a virtuoso piano recital format that offers a new way of communicating classical music. After a concert at Lincoln Center, one of the New Yorkers in the audience summed up Emir’s concept as follows: “It’s not a lecture, but we learned a lot about music. It’s not a comedy show, but it was witty. And it was definitely a virtuoso piano recital.”

In the first part of the programme, Chatty Pianist explains why Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven are the “Three Musketeers” of classical music and performs compositions by these composers. In the second part, he chats with the audience about the “D’Artagnan” of classical music and gives examples from romantic composers such as Schubert, Mendelssohn, Chopin, and Liszt.

“Pianist, composer, and writer Emir Gamsız brings his widely acclaimed stage concept Chatty Pianist to London, following successful performances in New York and Istanbul. Blending classical music with humor and an educational touch, Chatty Pianist is more than just a recital.”
Londra Gazete

Get your tickets soon for this engaging and illuminating concert experience.

CONCERT PROGRAMME :
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
KV 331 – Rondo Alla Turca from Piano Sonata No.11 in A Major
KV 265/300e – 12 Variations on “Twinkle, twinkle little star” in C Major

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
WoO 80 – 32 Variations on an Original Theme in C Minor

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
BWV 903 – Chromatic Fantasy & Fugue in D Minor

– INTERVAL –

Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849)
Op.64, No.2 – Waltz No.7 in C# Minor

Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
D.935 – Impromptu No.3 in Bb Major – Theme & 5 Variations

Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
Op.14 – Rondo Cappriccioso in E Major

Franz Liszt (1811-1886)
S.244 – Hungarian Rhapsody No.2 in C# Minor

Emir Gamsız (1973)
Op.2, No.4 – Heybeli Variations in C Minor

A night at the opera, but not as you know it. While the thrills and spills of the decadent genre will be on full display in this production, leave the dressing up to the professionals and behold two bite-sized operas that push the boundaries of the human voice.

Caroline Shaw became the youngest ever winner of a Pulitzer Prize for Partita for 8 Voices, in which a kaleidoscopic array of vocal techniques – from humming, sighing and rhythmic effects to katajjaq (Inuit throat singing) – illuminate and decorate the structure of a Baroque suite.

Eight Songs for a Mad King is from Maxwell Davies’ maverick early years in which he sought to shock audiences and performers alike. This musical drama sees King George III imprisoned in an imaginary birdcage, in dialogue with his instrumental performers and his own demons, in one of the most daring explorations of the human voice ever created.

Classical Pride, now in its third year, exists to spotlight queer composers of the past, present and future, giving a voice and a platform to this community that has been instrumental in the development of the genre.

Classical Pride: Voices of Pride runs from 27 June – 4 July in multiple venues across London.
Discover the full programme www.classicalpride.uk

Programme:
Caroline Shaw Partita for 8 Voices
Peter Maxwell Davies Eight Songs for a Mad King

Artists:
London Voices
Ben Parry (Conductor)

Classical Pride is not-for-profit. Net proceeds from concerts at Wilton’s Music Hall will be donated to three important LGBTQ+ charities – Rainbow Railroad, Terrence Higgins Trust and GAY TIMES’ Amplifund.

Classical Pride is promoted by Ozero Arts, an arts production charity (registered charity no. 1155338) that undertakes ambitious artistic projects – conceiving, producing and raising money for bold ideas across live and recorded music.

Classical Pride is generously supported by R. Martin Chavez

Growing up Sienna was influenced by the soulful sounds of Frank Ocean, Etta
James, Frank Sinatra and Amy Winehouse. Drawing on these influences Sienna
integrates Jazz elements into her music with a considered blend of contemporary
production. The London-based singer/songwriter first started writing songs when
she was just 10-years-old. Thanks to her unforgettable voice, she earned a
massive online following before ever sharing her original music — a feat that’s
included surpassing 6.6 million views on TikTok with her powerhouse cover of
Donald Glover’s “Redbone.”

Sienna released her debut single ‘Need Me’ in May 2024, which has now
amassed an impressive 1.8M + global streams. The 18 year-old dropped her
follow up single ‘MAYBE.’, a soul-baring ballad built on her phenomenal vocals
and deeply poignant lyrics. Within only 2 months of release, ‘MAYBE.’ has
surpassed 2+ Million streams, charting on 4 Viral charts on Spotify across
Denmark, Sweden, Norway and #5 in the UK. Having already mastered the act
of resonating with listeners and captivating millions with her incredible vocal
prowess, Sienna is exciting to share an upcoming string of releases and live
activity.

Sienna Spiro releases debut EP ‘Sink Now, Swim Later’

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Ukulele-strumming cabaret star Tricity Vogue fronts a swinging line-up of jazz musicians serving up vintage music with modern energy – cheeky, sunny, stomping tunes from an all-female ensemble with bags of talent and irrepressible charm.

Let Tricity take you back to the original swinging  London of 100 years ago.  Melodic good-time music filled the dance floors with compulsive rhythms… despite public outcry against the bad influence of this “riotous” new jazz from America. But the tunes turned out by Tricity’s band are strikingly familiar: seventies disco, eighties electro-pop, nineties dance, or noughties rock, transformed with a sprinkle of syncopation. A new/old style for anyone with an offbeat taste in music.

Joining Tricity Vogue in top hats and tailcoats will be trumpeter Becca Toft, leading a three-part horn section with Alyson Cawley on tenor saxophone and Stephanie Dyer on trombone. Pianist Andrea Vicari, guitarist Emily O’Hara, double bassist Amy Baldwin and drummer Michèle Drees make up the rhythm section. An alternative ‘girl band’ of grown-up musicians whose playing will knock your socks off.

Inspired by Ivy Benson’s 1930s All Girl Band, Tricity Vogue’s All Girl Swing Band have been winning hearts and wowing audiences since 2011, and have two albums under their belts. Their annual Wilton’s extravaganza is the band’s gig highlight of the year.

“It wasn’t what I was expecting – but I loved it.” Audience member, BIGG Theatre, Biggleswade

“It’s hard to describe this show – you just have to see it!” Entertainment in the Spa, Boston Spa

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Titans of the UK jazz scene, Joe Stilgoe and Giacomo Smith have come together celebrating the
characters who frequent jazz clubs with their band The Entertainers – an enticing project
featuring members of Kansas Smitty’s House Band, Joe’s own band and guest vocalists Emma
Smith and Pete Horsfall. The ultimate jazz supergroup.

Songs inspired by the world of jazz clubs, audiences who come and go, characters who can be
found at the bars of any club in the world. Each song tells a different tale, presents a different
character – the music is about membership, acceptance, a shared love of something vital,
quixotic rules and regulations, the minutiae of everynight life, and importantly, the world of
entertainment. With these shows, Joe and his cohorts have created a wondrously immersive
night of entertainment, so from the moment you step into the venue it will feel like the greatest
night at the greatest jazz club on earth. You never know, you might be sitting next to one of the
acts…

A landmark album released to coincide with three nights at Wilton’s, 2025 will be the year The
Entertainers really make their mark. This is a project that shines a light on those in the darkness,
those who seek solace and safety in the anonymity of the shadows – these beautifully crafted
new songs are inspired by the world of jazz clubs, the audiences who come and go, the
characters who can be found at the bars of any club in the world.

Internationally renowned musical duo FitkinWall bring Harpland to London for the first time. Harpland draws on the theme of migration, and weaves traditional Scottish and Gaelic melodies with 21st-century sound tech, and a specially commissioned light installation from acclaimed artist Peter Freeman. 

Immerse yourself in a moving sound world, including extracts of poignant interviews with migrants from around the world, exploring themes of loss and longing.

Photo Credit: Steve Tanner 

This event is part of Spitalfields Music Festival 2025. 

Presented by London Gay Big Band

Step into the spotlight and join us for an unforgettable evening of show-stopping entertainment at the iconic Wilton’s Music Hall.

Prepare to be whisked away on a spectacular journey through your favourite musicals – past and present! From timeless classics to modern-day hits, the London Gay Big Band’s 20-piece jazz orchestra will bring these beloved showtunes to life like never before in their inimitable style. 

Joining us for this magical night are special guest West End stars (to be announced), whose incredible voices and theatrical flair will leave you captivated. Be prepared for a dazzling celebration of the very best of musical theatre, promising a fun, fabulous and feel-good night for all. 

Get ready for an evening of pure musical joy—it’s one you won’t want to miss! 

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Kathleen Ferrier Whattalife! tells the story of the great British contralto and her journey from housewife to household name. Like Kathleen, the show has a great sense of fun and talks straight from the heart.

Returning to Wilton’s Music Hall, after her successful run of Gertrude Lawrence: A lovely way to spend an evening, contralto Lucy Stevens (with pianist Elizabeth Marcus) sings music from Kathleen Ferrier’s repertoire including What is Life and Blow the Wind Southerly.

Lucy Stevens’ performance embodies the spirit of Kathleen and celebrates her brilliance, on and off stage, with dialogue which is funny and revealing – from her Lancashire debut in 1940 through her meteoric rise, including The Rape of Lucretia at Glyndebourne, to her final tragic performance as Orfeo at the Royal Opera House in 1953.

Kathleen Ferrier Whattalife! has featured on BBC 2 and BBC Radio 3.

‘Lucy Stevens is brilliant, has Kathleen Ferrier perfectly and is a fine musician too.’ Christopher Fifield, editor of Letters and Diaries of Kathleen Ferrier.

‘Lucy Stevens as Ferrier, capturing the singer’s radiant personality most winningly… the warmth in her own voice, matching to a large degree Ferrier’s own contralto, causes a frisson in the audience.’
Adrian Edwards, Musical Theatre Review.

‘A brilliant evening, much humour, wonderful singing… certainly captured the essence of Our Kath… not just a brilliant actress but whattavoice!’
Kath Hopcroft, Kathleen Ferrier’s goddaughter and trustee of the Kathleen Ferrier Society.

Photo Credit: Geoff Broadway