The Brisbane-based concert series will present four international pianists in a series of stunning recitals.

The Medici Concerts International Piano Series will again bring some of the world’s most renowned pianists to Queensland for a series of stunning solo recitals. The Courier Mail described the series as “the Mecca for the world’s finest pianists”, and this year’s line-up looks set to continue this tradition with the likes of Freddy Kempf and rising international star Jayson Gillham in attendance. Established by Ann Thompson OAM to breathe new life into the art of the solo piano recital, the series brings four international pianists to Brisbane each year, and will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2017.

The 2016 season opens with a concert by candlelight given by none other than internationally acclaimed Australian pianist Piers Lane. ‘Chopin By Candlelight’ will include some of Chopin’s most popular works, including the Fantaisie in F minor and the Polonaise in F-sharp minor, performed in a setting capturing the intimate atmosphere of the nineteenth century’s Parisian salons. Lane is one of Australia’s most highly regarded musicians. In addition to being the Artistic Director of...