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Pianist ROSE McLACHLAN will be performing as a special guest at the MK Piano Celebration 2024, with a programme that includes Beethoven, Schumann, Debussy, and music from the 22 Nocturnes for Chopin by women composers anthology that she commissioned.
In this interview I catch up with Rose to discuss her musical journey thus far, and find out more about her programme…
Pianodao Music Library
Selected and Reviewed by Andrew Eales
A few months ago I brought exciting news of a project developed by RNCM final-year student Rose McLachlan. A call to women composers was extended worldwide, inviting those interested to compose a new piano piece inspired by the beloved Nocturnes of Chopin.
I was invited to Chair the Selection Committee, which also included the concert pianist and teacher Kathryn Page, recording artist Anna Heller, and ISM President Vick Bain. Having played a role in this project, I cannot of course review the resulting publication with the same independence of perspective that I usually offer.
Nevertheless, I am pleased to let you know that the resulting publication is now available worldwide, and makes an exciting addition to the Pianodao Music Library.
Before you read on for more information about the publication, here is a short promotional video filmed at the launch, which took place at London’s Steinway Hall:
