I’ve come to the end of a very busy Summer. It has been stimulating and enjoyable on so many levels. It’s a privilege to travel to interesting parts of the world and I have met and worked with different piano students, teachers, and music lovers. Music courses, particularly piano courses, are thriving and I’ve written…
Tag: Italy
Montecatini International Piano Festival
I’m delighted to be attending the new Montecatini Piano Festival this year. As many will know from reading this blog, I love to travel with my work and consider it a privilege. I feel travelling is one of the best ways to explore a particular place, culture, or country. This festival is to be held…
Paolo Fazioli in conversation with Melanie Spanswick
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a tour of the Fazioli piano factory in Sacile, Italy. The headquarters of this illustrious firm of piano makers is based a short drive from Venice. Fazioli was established in 1981. It is swiftly becoming an increasingly popular choice of instrument amongst pianists and institutions. Celebrated artists like Angela…
International Piano Master Classes with Angela Hewitt
The tenth Trasimeno Music Festival will be held from July 5th to July 11th 2014. The location is on Lake Trasimeno in the heart of Umbria. It is just twenty minutes from the beautiful historic city of Perugia. The Artistic Director, renowned British Canadian concert pianist Angela Hewitt, established the festival in 2005. She participates in…
Angela Hewitt in conversation with Melanie Spanswick
This is the Twentieth Classical Conversation in my series and I’m delighted to welcome celebrated British Canadian concert pianist Angela Hewitt to mark the occasion. We met at Jaques Samuel pianos in London. Find out more about Angela, here. The transcript for those who prefer to read interviews: MELANIE SPANSWICK: Celebrated British-Canadian concert pianist Angela Hewitt gives…