Walled City musical director Cathal Breslin
This summer, the historic Walled City of Derry will come alive with the sound of music as the Walled City Music International Academy launches its highly anticipated 2025 programme on Friday, July 11.
Over the course of eight dynamic days, the city will host 30 exceptional young pianists from across the globe, all set to train, perform, and compete under the guidance of a world-renowned faculty of master musicians.
Led by Academy Director and Derry native, Cathal Breslin, the Academy promises a packed programme of concerts, competitions, masterclasses, lectures, and workshops, offering unparalleled development opportunities for the next generation of piano stars.
This year’s stellar line-up of tutors includes:
· Cathal Breslin (Arizona State University, USA)
· Thérèse Fahy (Royal Irish Academy of Music, Dublin)
· Ghadeer Abaido (University of South Florida, USA)
· Chu-Fang Huang (Ameri-China International Music Foundation, USA)
· Svetozar Ivanov (University of South Florida, USA)
· Ksenia Nosikova (University of Iowa, USA)
· Xiaofeng Wu (Nanjing University, China)
In partnership with Ulster University and Yamaha, the Academy will not only challenge students through an intensive programme of study but will also bring music into the heart of the community through public concerts in venues such as Christ Church and The Great Hall at Magee Campus, as well as outreach performances at Foyle Hospice, NW Cancer Centre, Foyleside Shopping Centre, and the NW Transport Hub.
Two gala concerts featuring the Academy’s distinguished faculty are open to the public and promise to be highlights of the cultural calendar.
On Friday, July 11 in The Great Hall: “The Piano Reimagined” – a captivating evening dedicated to the power and range of solo piano.
On Wednesday 16 July in Christ Church: “The Piano Multiplied” – a celebration of collaboration through piano duets and ensemble works, showcasing everything from four-hand pieces to thrilling eight-hand performances.
The Academy will culminate in a thrilling two-round international piano competition, with the first round open to all students. Finalists, selected by the esteemed jury, will compete in the Closing Gala Finale Competition, which is open to the public on Friday 18 July, where the most promising talents will vie for top honours and international recognition.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the future of classical piano in the making.
For concert details and tickets, visit: www.walledcitymusic.com
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