Piano on Film
Your favourite films and classical favourites in one - discover the music behind the screen in this unique take on a classical piano concert
Date and time
Location
Actors Centre Australia
Actors Centre Australia Leichhardt, NSW 2040 AustraliaRefund Policy
About this event
- 2 hours
Ever wondered what that classical music piece was from your favourite movie? In this performance, Concert Pianist Soowon Seo will reveal the classical greats featured in some of modern cinema's most popular scenes.
From Chopin's famous Ballade in the award winning film The Pianist, to Debussy's Claire de Lune in the finale of Ocean's Eleven, get ready to be immersed in the world of film scores and experience music from movies like never before.
Combining a live piano performance with cinematics, this unique concept will illustrate the power music has in bringing your favourite movies to life. Whether you're a film buff or a classical music lover, this event is sure to captivate your senses and is one not to be missed. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a special night !
PROGRAMME
Le Cygne, C. Saint-Saens transcribed by Godowski (Florence Foster Jenkins 2016)
My Favourite Things transcribed by Stephen Hugh , (Sound of The Music 1965)
Etude Op.10 No. 5 , F. Chopin (Secret 2007)
Jazz Fantasy On Mozart , W.A.Mozart/ F.Say ( The Truman Show 1998)
The Flight of Bumblebee, R. Korsakov (Shine 1996)
The Nutcracker suite, P. Tchaikovsky /M. Pletnev (The Nutcracker and The Four Realms 2018)
Nocturne C sharp minor, F. Chopin (The Pianist 2002)
Ballade no.1, F. Chopin (The Pianist 2002)
Sonata no. 8 , L.V. Beethoven (Immortal Beloved 1994)
Claire de Lune, C.Debussy (Ocean's Eleven 2001)
I Got Rhythm, G. Gershwin (An American in Paris 1951)
Moonriver (Breakfast at Tiffany’s 1961)
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Soowon Seo is a Masters double-degree graduate of Northwestern University, Chicago USA, in performance & pedagogy, and holds a Bachelors in piano performance from Yonsei University, South Korea. She is the alumni of Yewon Arts Middle school and Seoul Arts High School, Korea, where she specialized in piano.
Soowon performed on international stages in America, Germany, South Korea - including solo performances at the Art for Life Hall and Mozart Hall in Seoul - and more recently chamber performances and solo performance at the Art Gallery of NSW.
She is principal pianist of MUS choir and the founding member/leader of Sydney based chamber group, Ensemble Twelve88.
Frequently asked questions
The concert will go for approximately 100 minutes including intermission.
There is no seat selection.
The venue is located in the Italian Forum with underground parking available.
The venue will have a kiosk serving light snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. There are also plenty of options for food and drinks within walking distance.
Absolutely, it is a great idea to introduce children to music from a young age. However, please note that carers and children may be asked to step outside the auditorium if the child becomes unsettled.
We are unfortunately unable to provide refunds and therefore encourage you to give your ticket to a friend or family member to use.
Yes.
The foyer and bar will open 45min prior to the event, while the auditorium doors will open approximately 20min before the start.