An exquisite selection of French masterpieces. As you travel through colourful scenes from the hills of Anacapri, through the exotic, a vast ocean, and ending in a Valley of Bells, this program is sure to delight your sense of wonder and wanderlust.

Sydney pianist Kat Choi is collaborating with artist Kim Bredius, who will be showcasing her artwork inspired by the concert program. These works will be available for viewing and purchase at the concert.

Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided at the event - we look forward to seeing you for a cosy late morning of music, art, and a cuppa!

Program

Claude Debussy (1862 - 1918)

Ondine (from Preludes II)
Les collines d'Anacapri (from Preludes I)

Estampes:
Pagodes
La soirée dans Grenade
Jardins sous la pluie

Maurice Ravel (1875 - 1937)

Miroirs:
Noctuelles
Oiseaux tristes
Une barque sur l'océan
Alborada del gracioso
La vallée des cloches

Program to run approx. 50 mins

Kim Bredius

"I am a Sydney-based artist. Born and raised in the Netherlands, I have been creating since a little girl; writing, drawing, sewing, painting, jewellery making, sculpting and more. Over the years I have focused mainly on painting. Painting for me is like being all zen and in my own little world. I love it. It is like meditation, my HAPPY place.

I mainly find inspiration in nature and the outdoors and love the use of acrylic paints. My big love is for colours, bold works and to express happiness.
I love abstract, I love realism, I love expressionism… so hard, I love it all. If I would have to define my style, I would say I am a colour-pop artist who creates.
My favourite subject matter is flowers and nature. I love bringing them to life on canvases and paper.
Life is already serious enough as it is, and I want to bring joy to people’s everyday life."

More about Kim and her art can be found on her website:

About Me — Kim Bredius Art

Kat Choi

Katrina Choi is an Australian solo and chamber pianist who has performed in Italy, Austria, France, Switzerland, and Greece. Her tenacity has seen her to self-curate concerts, beginning in 2017 while still a student. Kat has a particular interest in French and Russian music - her playing of such repertoire has led her to win the 2022 Shoalhaven Piano Championship, 2021 Sydney Eisteddfod Duo Sonata with Amanda Chen, and a 2024 Poros International Piano Academy audience prize.

Kat was a scholarship recipient while studying her Master and Bachelor of Music with Phillip Shovk and Clemens Leske, at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. She continues her connection with the Conservatorium as an Open Academy piano tutor. She plans to return to Europe to study further with her mentors Paul Roberts and Oleg Marshev, respectively, French and Russian music specialists.

Kat has fundraised for five causes through concerts, her first marathon and half marathon races, and as a World Vision sponsor. When not immersed in music, she can be found enjoying nature, reading with a good coffee and pastry, or spending time with friends and family.

Kat Choi | Pianist

Please note:
100% refunds available up to 14 days before the event.
Non-dairy milks and gluten-free biscuit options available.
Valid student/concession cards must be presented at the door.