Exciting Times for our Jazz Artists!
November 10, 2016
Tabitha
The month of November has some very exciting things in store for our jazz CMF Artists! They have an EP launc and the recording of a new album and lots of gigs at the EFG London Jazz Festival. New 2016 CMF Artists Nérija will be launching their new EP, funded by their Kickstarter campaign. They recorded it […]
New 2016 CMF Artists Announced!
October 24, 2016
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We have officially announced the new 2016 CMF Artists! After a rigorous audition process in which the artists had to submit a paper application then audition in person with a performance and an interview, we chose our new CMF 2016 Artists and we are excited to introduce the following artists! We have been featured in […]
Y-Squared Video Launch
October 19, 2016
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Last week CMF Artists Y-Squared launched two new music videos produced and commissioned by CMF. The videos themselves were directed by fellow CMF Artist and member of the Kaleidoscope Saxophone Quartet, Ian Dingle. We filmed the videos earlier in the year in a very chilly Asylum Chapel in Peckham, you can take a look at […]
Our First Professional Development Workshop for 2016 Artists
October 12, 2016
Tabitha
That’s right, we at CMF put on our first professional development workshops for the new 2016 CMF Artists on Tuesday 4th October! CMF is committed to providing professional musicians in the UK in the early stages of their careers with expert advice, guidance and support to help them to build successful careers in music. We don’t […]
CMF Artists’ Intense and Energising Messiaen Performance
October 3, 2016
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Last night four CMF Artists produced an electrifying performance of Olivier Messiaen’s devastating Quatuor pour la fin du temps, ‘Quartet for the End of Time‘ at Clapham Omnibus. The quartet featured clarinetist Joseph Shiner, Michael Foyle and Maksim Štšura of the violin and piano duo the Foyle-Štšura Duo and cellist Yelian He of Y-Squared. The performance was reviewed by […]
Dinara Klinton LIVE on Classic FM
September 22, 2016
Tabitha
CMF Artist and pianist Dinara Klinton was live on Classic FM’s Facebook page. An innovative and relatively new Facebook platform, Facebook Live allows you to live stream anything you like. The video was taken as she rehearsed for her concert later that evening and has received over 24,000 views! During the video you can see […]
CMF presents three CMF Artists at Oxford Lieder Festival
September 12, 2016
Tabitha
The Oxford Lieder Festival is an annual festival presenting more than 35 concerts and dozens of other events celebrating the unique art form of song. It is a leading festival and the biggest of its kind in the UK attracting many of the world’s greatest artists. A big part of the festival, Oxford Lieder has a long […]
Andrey Lebedev Shines in Music Video Shoot
August 25, 2016
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As part of the City Music Foundation Artist Scheme, CMF Artists are able to have a music video shot and produced by CMF. You can see our other artist videos on our YouTube channel including Eusebio Sanchez and see the Foyle-Štšura Duo play Lutoslawski, Brahms and a promo video for them. The next artist to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity is Andrey […]
City Music Foundation Showcase
August 16, 2016
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Two of City Music Foundation’s artists, Samson Tsoy and Andrey Lebedev will take part in a showcase for City Music Foundation presented by Rhinegold LIVE. This showcase is a first of its kind of City Music Foundation and a way to, not only exhibit the talent of the CMF artists, but also to watch, and experience first-hand […]
Dinara wins third prize at Cleveland International Piano Competition
August 8, 2016
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CMF Artist and pianist Dinara Klinton stormed in to third place at this weekend’s final of the Cleveland International Piano Competition after performing Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Cleveland Orchestra, conducted by Bramwell Tovey, winning a cash prize of $15,000. You can see a picture of her performance below. In earlier rounds she performed […]
CMF 2016 Artists
August 4, 2016
Tabitha
Each year, City Music Foundation opens their applications to find the next lot of City Music Foundation Artists. This year, with more applications than ever, we had a lot of work on our hands whittling them down to a more manageable 25 or so to audition in person. With the finalists selected, the judges on their […]
City Music Foundation Launches First Music Residency!
July 25, 2016
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City Music Foundation joins The Wallace Collection to invite 5 CMF Artists and ensembles to perform an eclectic programme of lunchtime concerts in the glorious surroundings of the Great Gallery in the Wallace Collection. As part of the Artistic Mentoring Programme CMF, particularly the Artist Manager, work to expand CMF Artists’ horizons; booking concerts, recording CDs, […]
WIN! Box for 10 at Royal Albert Hall
July 14, 2016
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City Music Foundation, along with the Royal Albert Hall, are giving one lucky winner the chance to win a box for 10 people to see a completely sold-out BBC Proms concert on 6th September! Full information here. BBC Proms programme notes describe the concert as “Bruckner, but not as we know […]
CMF Artists perform Quartet for the End of Time at Deal Festival
July 8, 2016
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Last night CMF Artists Joseph Shiner, Yelian He and the Foyle-Stsura Duo performed Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time at the Deal Festival. This morning we stumbled across these lovely photos from Music Director, Paul Max Edlin, who described the performance as ‘deeply special’ and ‘astonishingly good playing’ You can find out more about […]
CITY BEERFEST RETURNS!
July 4, 2016
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WEDNESDAY 6th JULY GUILDHALL YARD, EC2V 5AE City Beerfest, now in it’s fourth year, is back for another round! This Wednesday 6th July, it’s returning to Guildhall Yard to raise money for City Music Foundation and the Lord Mayor’s Appeal. In partnership with the Worshipful Company of Brewers, 15 of Britain’s best-loved breweries will be serving […]
ALBUM LAUNCH! Eusebio Sanchez ‘XILITLA’
June 27, 2016
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CMF International Artist Eusebio Sanchez launches his debut album tomorrow at The Forge, Camden. ‘Xilitla’ is inspired by the Mexican area of Las Pozas, a subtropical ‘Garden of Eden’ designed by English artist Edward James. The album has been curated to merge the musical worlds of Mexico and UK through new and existing works for […]
CMF Artist Joseph Shiner celebrates Roald Dahl
May 25, 2016
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CMF Artist and clarinettist, Joseph Shiner with his Magnard Ensemble present Paul Patterson’s Revolting Rhymes and Marvellous Music in Roald Dahl’s centenary year. As a CMF Artist, Joseph is able to complete a specific project of his choosing with the support of CMF. The result of this endeavour has been Revolting Rhymes and Marvellous Music. […]
Kaleidoscope Saxophone Quartet and their Debut Album
May 23, 2016
Tabitha
The Kaleidoscope Saxophone Quartet were chosen as CMF Artists in 2014 and have since taken great steps to progress together as professionals in the difficult world that is the music industry. As part of the CMF Business Mentoring Programme KSQ have attended numerous workshops with leading figures within the City of London. Topics discussed […]
Music, ho! CMF celebrates Shakespeare
April 25, 2016
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On Friday 15th April 2016, we at City Music Foundation celebrated William Shakespeare’s death in our own unique way, by holding a Shakespeare Cocktail Concert at the Guildhall Art Gallery. Three of our patrons, internationally renowned artists; Simon Callow, Joan Rodgers CBE and Roger Vignoles, were joined on stage by CMF Artist and soprano Raphaela […]
Dinara Klinton appears on BBC In Tune
March 24, 2016
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Dinara Klinton performs on InTune Tabitha McGrath, Artist Manager Being an Artist Manager to such exciting artists such as CMF’s come with its perks – Dinara Klinton’s appearance on BBC Radio 3’s InTune programme on Tuesday proved to be exactly one of these. At CMF, we’ve been working with Rebecca Driver Media Relations for a […]
Flautist Emma Halnan wins prestigious Arts Club-Karl Jenkins Award
March 21, 2016
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CMF Artist and flautist Emma Halnan has won the Arts Club-Karl Jenkins Music Award, a classical music competition in collaboration with Classic FM. Emma performed a repertoire by all female composers including Kokopeli by Katherine Hoover and Concertino by Cécile Chaminade. As the winner, Emma has the chance to record the winning performance as well as a work composed especially […]
Y-Squared transform London’s Asylum Chapel
March 9, 2016
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Y-Squared, with the help of the CMF production team, transform the stunning Asylum Chapel into an atmospheric burlesque club for the filming of Nikolai Kapustin’s ‘Burlesque’. The Chapel was given a makeover complete with red-tinted lighting and a custom red neon sign for Yasmin and Yelian of Y-Squared’s performance. They were true professionals as they braved the […]
Michael Foyle wins first prize in the Netherlands!
February 11, 2016
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CMF Artist and violinist of the Foyle-Stsura Duo, Michael Foyle has won the first prize in the Netherlands Violin Competition 2016. In the final he performed the Szymanowski Concerto with the Rotterdam Philharmonic and conductor, Rafael Payare. The prize has already seen Michael perform with Maksim Stsura in a lunchtime concert at the prestigious Het […]
Rave Reviews for Alastair Penman’s Electric Dawn
January 15, 2016
Tabitha
Alastair Penman’s Electric Dawn has received wonderful reviews from musical magazines and blogs. “Alastair Penman created surpassingly beautiful music… The record is excellent…Each piece had a perfection of its own and the combination of sax and electronics never sounded cluttered but pure and diamond-sharp, tonally burnished and singing free on both instruments…Thanks to RNCM […]
Samson Tsoy wins first prize in Spain!
December 9, 2015
Tabitha
Pianist and 2014 Artist Samson Tsoy has taken first prize in the 9th Campillos International Piano Competition, hosted in Malaga, Spain. The jury consisted of pianists from across Europe and US, and was chaired by D. Juan Lago. Tsoy succeeded 50 finalists to claim the prize, which is a cash award and a number of […]
Samson Tsoy wins first prize in Spain!
December 9, 2015
Tabitha
Pianist and 2014 Artist Samson Tsoy has taken first prize in the 9th Campillos International Piano Competition, hosted in Malaga, Spain. The jury consisted of pianists from across Europe and US, and was chaired by D. Juan Lago. Tsoy succeeded 50 finalists to claim the prize, which is a cash award and a number of […]
CMF Artists named in Telegraph’s Best Jazz Albums of 2015
November 13, 2015
Tabitha
__ CMF Artists Misha Mullov-Abbado (Double Bass, 2014) and the Kansas Smittys, led by Giacomo Smith (Clarinet, 2014) have both been listed in the Telegraph’s Best Jazz Albums of 2015. Mullov-Abbado’s debut album, New Ansonia, was released in September on Edition Records, and is currently touring the album with his quintet. His next performance […]
Spotlight on Mikhail Nemtsov
August 14, 2015
Tabitha
Ahead of Mikhail Nemtstov’s concert and album launch on the 9th September, we learn a little more about him here: Describe yourself in 3 words: Honest Russian musician — Who do you usually perform with? My sister pianist Elena Nemtsova — What has been a performance highlight in your career so far? Evening recital […]
Misha Mullov Abbado launches debut album
August 13, 2015
Tabitha
New Ansonia is the debut album from bassist and composer Misha Mullov-Abbado. Son of the late, great Italian conductor Claudio Abbado and Russian violinist Viktoria Mullova, British-born Mullov-Abbado grew up in a powerfully musical environment, a unique upbringing that has inspired Misha to create his own musical identity and tell his own compelling story. This, his […]
Over £20,000 raised at City Beerfest!
July 15, 2015
Tabitha
Some early rain and a tube strike couldn’t dampen the spirits of the thousands that came to the third City Beerfest on 8th July! They were rewarded with a huge range of beers and a fantastic musical programme in the beautiful setting of the historic Guildhall Yard. The event was officially opened by the Lord […]
Solo Segundo launch
July 7, 2015
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Pedro Segundo is one of the most in-demand percussionists and drummers on the international circuit. 2015 sees the launch of his first solo project: Solo Segundo. A challenging, surprising and unique performance of the highest standard, Solo Segundo invites you to be enthralled by 75minutes of live, uninhibited solo drums and percussion. Think Stomp, with […]
Cordelia Williams releases second album
July 7, 2015
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This new recording by pianist Cordelia Williams (Piano Winner of BBC Young Musician 2006) is a unique combination of three of Schumann’s finest works for the instrument: the Davidsbündlertänze Books I and II, Fantasie and the Geistervariationen. The Davidsbündlertänze is a set of 18 pieces for solo piano, featuring characters who did not really exist, except in Schumann’s musical imagination. They initially appeared as […]
Jazz in the Churchyard!
July 7, 2015
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A wonderful evening was had by all at our Jazz in the Churchyard concert on the 16th June, organised in collaboration with St Mary-le-Bow Church. Giacomo Smith, Pedro Segundo and the rest of the Kansas Smitty’s Big Four treated an enthusiastic crowd to jazz standards and original compositions. Huge thank you to Aberdeen Asset Management for sponsoring the event! […]
Samson Tsoy reaches semi finals of Honens Piano Competition
June 26, 2015
Tabitha
CMF Artist Samson Tsoy is one of ten semi-finalists in the renowned Honens Piano Competion. To reach this stage is already an incredible achievement and Samson will travel to Calgary in September to compete for the largest prize of its kind: $100,000 CAN and an artist development programme valued at a half million dollars. Read more about […]
Spotlight on Mari Poll
June 8, 2015
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Ahead of Mari Poll‘s concert on the 17th June, we find out a little more about her: Describe yourself in 3 words: Friendly, open minded, driven — Who do you usually perform with? I usually perform duo with my pianist brother Mihkel Poll or British pianist Jennifer Hughes — What has been a […]
Jazz in the Churchyard, 16th June
June 4, 2015
Tabitha
After the success of last year’s Opera in the Churchyard, St Mary-le-Bow and City Music Foundation are once again organising an evening of music in Bow Churchyard on Tuesday 16th June at 6.00pm. We are very grateful to Aberdeen Asset Management for once again making this event possible. Performing are CMF Artists Giacomo Smith, Pedro […]
Spotlight on Joseph Shiner
May 6, 2015
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This month, we’re getting to know clarinettist Joseph Shiner who will be giving a recital as part of CMF’s Rhyme & Reason Concert Series on Wednesday 13th May. Describe yourself in 3 words: I left this question until last, but then it occurred to me I’d already answered it on my Twitter handle: […]
Y-squared on tour in Australia!
May 5, 2015
Tabitha
May 2015 sees cellist (and one half of y-squared) Yelian He make his debut with the prestigious Sydney Symphony Orchestra, performing C.P.E. Bach’s Cello Concerto under violin/director Andrew Haveron. Then in June, y-squared will perform a number of smaller recitals around Australia, including Woodend Winter Arts Festival, with more dates to be revealed. To keep […]
Kansas Smitty’s Bar opens in May!
May 5, 2015
Tabitha
Kansas Smitty’s Bar opens May 21st at 63-65 Broadway Market Kansas Smitty’s has become a name synonymous with good music, good drinks and real people. On May 21st, Kansas Smitty’s Bar opens its doors in an intimate basement club on Broadway Market. You’ll hear the sounds of New York, New Orleans, Paris, and Havana in […]
UK Mexico CMF Scholarship Programme announces artist
April 27, 2015
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City Music Foundation and AngloArts (in conjunction with the Conaculta, Mexico) are delighted to announce Eusebio Sanchez as the first musician to take part in the innovative UK Mexico CMF Scholarship Programme, commencing September 2015. In a public concert on 24 April at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, marimba player Sanchez was selected from a […]
Cordelia and Miriam in the press
April 2, 2015
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This week has seen two of our 2013 Artists on front pages of some of the biggest names in Classical press. To celebrate her year-long festival, Messiaen 2015, Cordelia spoke with Classical-Music (the official website of the BBC Music Magazine) about her relationship with Messiaen, how she devised the project and what makes the music […]
Messiaen at King’s College London
April 1, 2015
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‘Messiaen’s world and the Vingt Regards’: study day at King’s College London We are delighted to announce that the next event in Cordelia Williams’ festival Between Heaven & the Clouds: Messiaen 2015 will take place on Tuesday 28th April at King’s College London. Registration is now open for this fascinating study day (free to attend), […]
Michael Foyle in Russia
April 1, 2015
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In February, Michael Foyle (one half of the Foyle-Stsura Duo) visited Russia to perform Brahms’ Violin Concerto under conductor Vasily Valitov. He returns in April and tells us below: — “It has been immensely rewarding to visit Russia for the first time, for two performances of the Brahms Violin Concerto. Both events have been in […]
Misha Mullov-Abbado Recording Session
April 1, 2015
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Misha Mullov-Abbado recorded his debut album in March at Giant Wafer Studios, with the eminent Julian Joseph producing the tracks and featuring Misha’s full band (with some extras too!). The album is set for release through Editions Records in autumn 2015, and will be followed by a national tour. See below some pictures from the […]
Spotlight on Bridie Jackson and the Arbour
April 1, 2015
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Our interview this month is with Bridie Jackson and the Arbour ahead of their performance as part of CMF’s Rhyme & Reason concert series on Wednesday 8th April. — What has been a performance highlight in your career so far? We had an absolutely amazing time performing at Glastonbury 2013, so that’s a highlight for all of us. […]
Rave reviews for Tir Eolas’ debut album
March 5, 2015
Tabitha
Following their album launch as part of the CMF Rhyme Reason Concert Series, Tir Eolas have received rave reviews for their debut album Stories Sung, Truths Told. Fatea Records say that Stories Sung, Truths Told “sounds like anything but a debut offering” with “the band’s accomplishments are legion and the playing thoughtful and wholly confident” while Folk […]
Rhyme & Reason gala dinner, Tuesday 24th February 2015
March 4, 2015
Tabitha
Last week, the Banking Hall provided a magnificent backdrop for a black-tie gala dinner to celebrate City Music Foundation’s talented young musicians. The evening was entitled “Rhyme and Reason” and was hosted by City Music Foundation Chairman Sir Roger Gifford and Master of Ceremonies (and CMF patron) Sir Richard Stilgoe The musical theme was evident […]
UK Mexico CMF Scholarship Programme
March 4, 2015
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UK Mexico CMF Scholarship Programme On 4th March at the Guildhall Banquet as part of the State Visit of to the UK, The Rt Hon Lord Mayor of London and the President of Mexico Señor Enrique Peña Nieto together announced CMF’s first international scholarship which, in collaboration with the Anglo-Mexican Foundation and the Mexican National Fund for Culture, will shortly be […]
