Harris International Piano Series | Elder Hall

Rising star of the international piano scene Isata Kanneh‑Mason makes her first appearance in the Harris International Piano Series, presenting a compelling recital at Adelaide’s magnificent Elder Hall.

Celebrated for her poetic insight, rhythmic clarity and emotional depth, Kanneh‑Mason brings together classical pillars and contemporary voices in a programme of colour, contrast and virtuosity. From the hushed intimacy of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata to the blazing brilliance of the Waldstein, this recital invites audiences on a journey through nocturnal moods, dazzling soundscapes and radiant energy.

Ravel’s Gaspard de la nuit—one of the most demanding works in the piano repertoire—sits alongside two atmospheric works by Bulgarian‑British composer Dobrinka Tabakova, whose music glows with lyricism and stillness. Together, these works form an evening of extraordinary imagination and expressive range, performed by an artist fast becoming one of the most compelling pianists of her generation.

This debut recital promises an unforgettable night of world‑class piano music in the heart of Adelaide.

Programme

• Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 14 in C‑sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight” (18’)

• Ravel – Gaspard de la nuit (23’)

• Dobrinka Tabakova – Nocturne (3’)

• Dobrinka Tabakova – Halo (10’)

• Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major, Op. 53 “Waldstein” (24’)