June 29, 2009

7:45 pm

The genesis of the concert series, of which this is the final concert, is an instrument – a very special cello. Martin’s cello, built in Naples in 1724, is widely recognised as one of the finest existing instruments of its era with a remarkable amount of its original varnish remaining intact.  One of the greatest bodies of music for the cello is the 5 sonatas of Beethoven which span his youth, middle and old age.

Martin Loveday was born in Zimbabwe, has lived in the UK, enjoyed a long association with The Academy of St Martin in the Fields and is well known in London’s recording studios and for his chamber music.  He has often played to Buckingham audiences.

I am honoured to be given this opportunity to perform with this most respected artist - an exciting way for me to end my series of public performances in the United Kingdom before returning to Australia.

Date: Monday 29th June, 2009

Time: 7.45pm

Venue: Radcliffe Centre, Buckingham

Program:

• Beethoven: ‘Judas Maccabeus’ variations in G for cello and piano
• Chopin: Ballade No.1 in G minor Op.23 for solo piano
• Prokofiev: Sonata in C for cello and piano
• Beethoven: Sonata in F, Op.5 No.1 for cello and piano