Musical colours on two pianos

Two of our well-known pianists Ramya de Livera Perera and Soundarie David Rodrigo will combine to display a spectrum of colour on two pianos at 7.30 tomorrow (29) at Lionel Wendt Theatre. The program will include pieces from the great masters from the classical period to popular Gershwin numbers.

A set of variations on a theme by Haydn, composed specially by Brahms is a master piece of its own. A simple melody variated with great artistry.

The theme of the famous melody of Paganini’s 24th Caprice, which appealed to many composers takes on a virtuosic yet tuneful composition by the Polish composer Lutowslawski. Some of the other exciting works in the program consists of light, lively dialogue between 2 pianos. The ever-popular Scaramouche by Milhaud shares many vivacious moments with the influence of Latin American rhythms.

Both Ramya and Soundarie are committed and passionate about the repertoire they have selected, for the concert. They feel the range of colour that is used by these composers is phenomenal and are looking forward to explore its diversity during their combined musical journey, this evening. Ramya’s dedication to nurturing talents of young students to reach high standards, be it for examinations or for the real love and feel for music, has been greatly appreciated through the years.

Soundarie balances her career as a Pianist and Music Director of Soul Sounds, with that of being a lawyer.