Rachmaninoff by candlelight by Varvara Tarasova
Kensington United Reformed Church
16 Allen St, London W8 6BL, UK
England
51.4987244
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Description
On February 8th at Kensington United Reformed Church, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s masterpieces, illuminated by the romantic glow of countless candles. This is not just a concert — it is a true symphony of emotions and feelings that you simply cannot miss!
The soloist of the evening is the talented pianist Varvara Tarasova. Prepare to be captivated by a performance where every chord feels like a revelation. You will hear Rachmaninoff’s touching preludes, elegies, and vocalises that will transport you into the heart of timeless beauty.
This evening, filled with vibrant energy and profound emotions, will leave an unforgettable mark on your heart. We look forward to welcoming you!
Varavara Tarasova, the winner of over 15 International Piano Competitions, has received countless glowing reviews and prestigious awards, including the Soirée D'Or award and Hopkinson Gold Medal. She graduated with honours from both the Royal College of Music (receiving a full scholarship, supported by Sir Roger and Lady Stephanie Carr) and Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory. Tarasova has performed across Europe, the USA, Brazil and Russia, and given concerto performances with many orchestras, led by such conductors as Vasily Petrenko, Misha Rakhlevsky, Konstantin Orbelian, and John Gibbons.
PERFORMERS
Varvara Tarasova (piano)
"In a day when colossal technique is de rigueur for young pianists, it is Tarasova’s imagination that will set her apart from the pack" - Gramophone Magazine, Awards Issue 2017
Winner of over 15 International Piano Competitions, Varvara Tarasova released her first CD of Brahms and Schumann with Champs Hill Records in 2017. She has received glowing reviews and prestigious awards including the Soirée D'Or award and Hopkinson Gold Medal.
Tarasova graduated with honours from both the Royal College of Music (receiving a full scholarship, supported by Sir Roger and Lady Stephanie Carr) and Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory. After earning two Master of Performance degrees and an Artist Diploma as a concert pianist, Tarasova is currently studying voice at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance.
Tarasova has performed across Europe, the USA, Brazil and Russia, and given concerto performances with many orchestras, led by conductors including Vasily Petrenko, Misha Rakhlevsky, Konstantin Orbelian, and John Gibbons.
Festival appearances include the Torre de Canyamel Piano Festival in Mallorca, and the Rheingay Music Festival in Germany.
Tarasova has a longstanding partnership with the Yamaha Artistic Centre and is currently taking part in a DEBUT's Horizon project.
Tarasova has ongoing collaborations and concert engagements with opera singers as well as instrumentalists performing across the UK and abroad.
In 2021 she opened her music school of piano and singing in London.
PROGRAMME
1. Prelude in C-sharp minor
2. Elegy
3. Prelude in B-flat major
4. Prelude in D major
5. Prelude in G minor
6. Prelude in E-flat major
7. Prelude in C minor
8. Musical Moment in E minor
9. Prelude in G major
10. Prelude in B minor
11. Prelude in G-sharp minor
12. Vocalise
13. Étude-Tableau in E-flat minor
14. Étude-Tableau in D minor
15. Étude-Tableau in D major
*Please note that the programme is subject to changes
Times
Start:
2025-02-08T18:30:00+00:00
End:
2025-02-08T19:30:00+00:00
Category
Music
Tickets
Student B
12.0
GBP
4
Left Wing Balcony (Restricted View)
18.0
GBP
48
Right Wing Balcony (Restricted View)
18.0
GBP
40
Student A
18.0
GBP
6
Student VIP
20.0
GBP
2
Accessible Seating
20.0
GBP
2
Right Wing Balcony
25.0
GBP
12
Left Wing Balcony
25.0
GBP
12
Stalls C
30.0
GBP
30
Stalls B
32.0
GBP
36
Centre Balcony
35.0
GBP
20
Stalls A
36.0
GBP
34
Stalls VIP
40.0
GBP
26
