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BLACK LION FESTIVAL

 
Travis Baker – Musical Director of St Peter’s Church will host the newly launched Black Lion Festival. Comprised of three varied concerts, across three days, the Black Lion Festival is not only for the thriving and diverse community at St Peter’s, but also welcoming of new faces into our wonderful building.

9th May: Ludwig van Beethoven/Franz Liszt – Symphony no.9 in D minor, op.125

Stefan Cassomenos – piano

Experience Beethoven’s monumental Symphony No. 9 like never before in Franz Liszt’s breathtaking solo piano transcription. This virtuosic re-imagining captures all the power and majesty of the original symphonic masterwork, condensed into an astonishingly intimate and dynamic form. Performed by one of Australia’s finest concert pianists, Stefan Cassomenos, this is a rare opportunity to hear the genius of Beethoven through the lens of Liszt’s extraordinary artistry. Don’t miss this captivating performance that redefines one of the greatest works in the classical repertoire.

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10th May: Fauré’s Requiem arr. by Michael Higgins

West London Chamber Choir
Choir of St Peter’s
Cirrus String Quartet
Travis Baker – organ
Directed by Hilary Campbell

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, presented in a stunning arrangement by Michael Higgins. Performed by the West London Chamber Choir, the Choir of St. Peter’s [confirm name], and the acclaimed Cirrus String Quartet, this deeply moving masterpiece is accompanied by organist and St Peter’s Music Director Travis Baker. Under the expert direction of Hilary Campbell, this performance promises to capture the profound tranquility of Fauré’s beloved work.

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11th May: Kinder Prom – Prokofiev’s, Peter & The Wolf (Cirrus Quartet)

Lee Bradshaw – Four Poems by A.A.Milne
Cirrus String Quartet
Lee Bradshaw – narrator

Step into the enchanting world of music and storytelling with Kinder Proms! Delight young hearts and imaginations with Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, and the charm of A.A. Milne’s beloved poetry brought to life in Lee Bradshaw’s musical setting, Four Poems by A.A. Milne. Performed by the Cirrus String Quartet and narrated by Lee Bradshaw himself, this family-friendly concert promises laughter, wonder, and the joy of discovery for children and grown-ups alike. Perfect for introducing little ones to the magic of live music!

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