Time | 7:30pm (doors open 7:00pm)
Sarah Beth Briggs is an acclaimed British classical pianist who began her professional career at just 11 years old. She gained early recognition as the youngest finalist in the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition and later won the International Mozart Competition in Salzburg. Sarah has performed as a soloist with leading UK orchestras such as the Royal Philharmonic and the Hallé, and has appeared at prestigious venues including London’s South Bank Centre. Alongside her performing career, she is an experienced educator, teaching at the University of York and offering masterclasses internationally. Her recordings, featuring works by composers like Britten and Haydn, have received widespread praise.
Mozart Fantasia in D minor, K 397
Schubert Piano Sonata in A major, D 664
Brahms Klavierstücke, Op 119
Debussy Suite bergamasque
Hans Gál Three Preludes, Op 65
Mendelssohn Variations sérieuses, Op 54
Experience the profound artistry of piano music through a program that spans a rich spectrum of emotions and styles. From the dramatic intensity of Mozart’s Fantasia in D minor to Schubert’s elegant lyricism, the selection offers depth and nuance. Brahms’ Klavierstücke, Debussy’s evocative Suite bergamasque, Hans Gál’s delicate Three Preludes, and Mendelssohn’s passionate Variations sérieuses further enrich this compelling musical journey.
This concert presents a rare opportunity to hear these distinguished works performed with sensitivity and insight. We warmly invite you to join us for an evening of refined and inspiring piano performance.