Pre Concert Performance: City Music Foundation Artists in recital

Pre-concert recital with City Music Foundation artists, free to attend for all.

Classical Pride continues its partnership with City Music Foundation, which nurtures exceptionally talented musicians early in their careers. Two of their most exciting young artists, pianist Sofia Sacco, known for her ‘intelligence and sensitive artistry’, and violinist Violetta Suvini, praised for her ‘exquisite delivery’ (The Arts Desk) present an LGBTQ+ programme of chamber music – featuring Pulitzer-prize winning composer Jennifer Higdon’s String Poetic Sonata alongside works by Ravel and Strayhorn.

Please note:This is a free pre-concert performance in our Concert Hall from 5.30-6.15pm. It is open to all - no ticket is required.Classical Pride: London Symphony Orchestra & Oliver ZeffmanBook here

Classical Pride runs from 10 June – 14 June in multiple venues across London. Discover the full programme www.classicalpride.uk

Classical Pride is not-for-profit. Net proceeds from concerts at the Barbican will be donated to Rainbow Railroad.

Programme

Billy Strayhorn Take the A train (arranged for violin and piano)
Maurice Ravel Sonata Postume
Jennifer Higdon String Poetic Sonata
Jagged Climb
Nocturne
Blue Hills of Mist
Maze Mechanical
Climb Jagged

Performers

Sofia Sacco Piano
Violetta Suvini Violin