Recital – Piano on Silk
Thursday 2nd April, 6pm
Experience the incredible talent of Rodrigo López Rueda, in this invigorating recital of Spanish classical music.
This concert is free to attend.
A collection will be made on exit – pay what you can.
For guaranteed front row seats, advance ticket purchase is required.
Spanish piano music captures the essence of the country, evoking its landscapes, its traditions, and the vibrant identity of its dances and songs. Although Spain has sometimes been considered a minor country in classical music, its piano repertoire is fascinating and diverse, revealing influences from the guitar (with its strumming and plucking) and incorporating rhythmic and harmonic elements from styles as diverse as flamenco, jota, and habanera.
Programme:
- Antonio Soler – Sonata R.15 in D minor
- Antonio Soler – Sonata R. 118 in A minor
- Antón García Abril – Sonatina I. AllegrettoII. AriettaIII. Finale
- Enrique Granados – Goyescas “Love and Death”
- Manuel de Falla – Fantasia Baetica
Piano: Rodrigo López Rueda
Artist Biography
Born in Lucena, Rodrigo completed his advanced studies in piano and composition at the Royal Conservatory of Music Victoria Eugenia.
As a soloist, he has performed in concert series in Spain, Italy, Austria, and Greece, notably his participation in the series organized by the Teatro Marcello in Rome.
Among his many accolades are winning first prizes at the Rome International Piano Competition (Emerging Pianist category), the Ortona Città d’Arte Competition, the Alfredo Speranza Special Prize at the 20th Città di Riccione Piano and the Málaga Musical Foundation Prize at the 36th Málaga Crea Young Performers Showcase for the best performance of a Spanish work.
In chamber music, he received the 1st and 2nd prizes of the XIV Chamber Music Competition of the RCSM Victoria Eugenia.
Tickets: FREE – pay what you can on the day.
Guaranteed front row reserved seating: £18, Students £8;
Running Time: 45 minutes
Age Rating: 12+
A £2 booking fee is included in ticket prices. This applies when booking online and in person. The booking fee covers costs charged to the charity for the booking system and payment processing.
