Elyane Laussade

Presented By: Lighthouse Theatre & Promac Productions

Indulge in the exhilarating experience of witnessing two virtuoso pianists captivate audiences at the grand pianos in a dazzling showdown.

“Two Grands…. Four Hands” promises an electrifying evening of musical mastery, featuring the extraordinary talents of Australia’s premier concert pianists, Elyane Laussade and William Schmidt. The performance is elevated with the enchanting vocals of International Soprano Alison Jones and narrated by the compelling voice of Chris McKenna.

Elyane Laussade, a globally acclaimed concert pianist, has graced stages worldwide and adorned the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra as a guest soloist. Hailing from the USA, she honed her craft at the prestigious Juilliard School of Music in New York.

In a serendipitous turn of events, Elyane played a pivotal role in discovering her co-star, William Schmidt, at an Eisteddfod 19 years ago. William has since showcased his musical prowess across Australia and performed recitals in the cultural hub of Vienna.

Together, this dynamic duo will present a diverse program that traverses musical landscapes, from the classical compositions of Mozart and Debussy to the timeless melodies of Mancini and Bacharach. Brace yourself for an extraordinary feat as they condense the entire Gilbert & Sullivan operas into a mesmerizing 90 seconds! “Two Grands…. Four Hands” guarantees an unforgettable fusion of virtuosity and entertainment.

When: Friday, 30 August 2024 at 7:30pm. Duration 2-hours including an interval.

Where: Lighthouse Theatre Warrnambool, 185 Timor Street, Warrnambool Victoria 3280

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A spirited burst of energy from Strauss’s Radetzky March kicks off this rousing program, from which follows an extraordinary exploration of the relationship between music and power.

Finding himself in the life-endangering displeasure of Stalin after his bold and inaccessible opera – the ‘muddle instead of music’ – Shostakovich was scrambling to get back into political favour. His fifth symphony did the trick: its optimistic fanfare finale and simple, sing-able melodies apparently patriotic enough to satisfy the Soviet agenda.

Worlds away from the grit of Shostakovich, Beethoven’s beloved fifth piano concerto – ‘The Emperor’ – casts off the grim Soviet shadow. Not without its own political embroilment, ‘The Emperor’ was once dedicated to Beethoven’s hero Napoleon Bonaparte, before Beethoven famously struck his name from the manuscript in disgust after he assumed the position of emperor.

Bringing her dazzling touch to this joyous work is acclaimed concert pianist Elyane Laussade. Elyane returns after numerous successful performances with the BSO to continue her Beethoven residency. This is the second instalment in a very treasured collaboration which sees Elyane perform all of the Beethoven piano concertos with BSO.

Join us for this special celebration of warmth and light, and experience the many faces of heroism in this truly compelling concert.

Type of event:	Performance
Start time:	2:30pm
End time:	4:30pm
Venue:	10 Gaol Road, Bendigo VIC
Map:	Click here to see map
Ticket pricing/options:	BV&E Members: $42 Adult: $52 Concession: $47 Child (under 16): $20

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Australian operatic tenor Michael Petruccelli and internationally renowned pianist Elyane Laussade will collaborate once again in a recital of songs to warm the spirit and fill the heart.

The concert is on Sunday May 12th at the Anglican Church Castlemaine at 3pm.

Ticket prices are $40 or $35 concession

DATE

Sunday 12 May 2024 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM (UTC+10)

LOCATION

Anglican Church Castlemaine
Corner of Mostyn and Kennedy St, Castlemaine Victoria 3450

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ST. STEFANO

On Wednesday, March 27, pianist Elyane Laussade, a graduate of the Juilliard School in New York, will perform in Bologna in a piano concert organized by the association “Conoscere la Musica.”

The concert, to be held at Prof. Marco Biagi Hall, will feature music by Mozart, Schumann, Bach, Greenbaum and Fauré/Grainger.

Location: Sala Prof. Marco Biagi, Via Santo Stefano 119
40124 Bologna

Entrance

• Full price: €12.00
• Reduced price: €10.00 (upon presentation of a document for: Association Members, Circolo Il Chiostro Members, Music and Art Members, Over 65 and Under 26)
• Free for children under 16

Book tickets by emailing conoscerelamusica@gmail.com or at 3318750957

Further information

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27.03.2024 – Concerto Bologna – Elyane Laussade (conoscerelamusica.it)

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The Cope-Williams Arts Foundation proudly presents a world premiere concert of Art Songs written by Melbourne composer Noel Fidge to the poetry of Robert Browning. The recital is performed by some of Australia’s foremost artists, including Sally-Anne Russell, mezzo soprano; Kiran Rajasingam, baritone, accompanied by Elyane Laussade, piano.

Wednesday 28^th February 7.00 pm, 2023
Melbourne Savage Club

12-16 Bank Place, Melbourne

Sally-Anne Russell                     Mezzo Soprano
Kiran Rajasingam                                  Baritone
Elyane Laussade                                       Pianist

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ABOUT

Artistic Director Luke Severn
Pianists Anna Clarke Zuidland and Elyane Laussade
The Gisborne Singers

DATE

Sunday 29 October 2023 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (UTC+10)

LOCATION

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Church of the Resurrection
6 Honour Avenue, Macedon Victoria 3440

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Get ready for an extraordinary musical experience at the 2023 Gippsland Fine Music Festival! Join the musicians for a series of captivating concerts featuring world-class performers and unforgettable repertoire.  Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of classical brilliance!

In Concert 4, experience the captivating synergy of festival favourites, Luke Severn (cello) and Elyane Laussade (piano) as they take you on a journey through the Dances of Bartok, Liszt, Saint-Saëns, Bach, Chopin, and Piazzolla.

Sunday October 8, 2PM – Luke Severn & Elyane Laussade

Location

Wesley of Warragul, 64 Victoria St, Warragul VIC 3820, Australia

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Brahms Piano Quintet with The Partridge String Quartet

Dear Friends and Music Lovers,

Oh. My. Goodness. How many of you know the Brahms Piano Quintet? I mean, really know it? It is my all-time favourite chamber work! I revisited it yesterday with the Partridge String Quartet for the first time since I played it with the Flinders Quartet nearly twenty years ago! If you’d like to hear the opening emotive strains of this masterpiece, take a minute to listen now. I got hooked after hearing just the first phrase! You can click here to watch our rehearsal!

We were having our first rehearsal for our upcoming concert in Castlemaine (3 pm September 10 at the Anglican Church), when we realised there was good news for those of you who cannot attend our performance that day. After moving the piano around until we found the best spot to fit the quartet, we discovered that between all of our schedules, we have ONE DATE for a concert at the Laussade Studio -not the usual three, sorry – in under four weeks on Sunday, September 24.

After spending an afternoon making music together, I can understand why Mana, Jos, Eunyce, and Daniel are so successful: they are not just wonderful musicians, they are also great to work with. You can click here to read more about this exciting group.

Although our program features the piano quintet, before I join the quartet for the Brahms, they will play a rousing work called Seraphita by Trey Spruance. I think you’ll enjoy its freshness!

Come hear sublime masterpieces and enjoy an intimate soiree with great music and wonderful friends. As always, there will be a fabulous party afterward to which you are invited.

P.S. Since I can only offer one date, I suspect these limited tickets will go quickly. So, if you are interested in having a close encounter with these superb young musicians, don’t wait until the last minute to book your seats ! Unfortunately, I will most likely have to turn away anyone who shows up without a reservation.

Venue: The Laussade Studio, 15 Greendale Rd, Doncaster East, off the Eastern Freeway and Blackburn Rd.

One Date Only: Sunday, September 24 2023 4:30 for 5 pm.

Tickets: $80. Please note we do not have credit card facilities.

A sumptuous dinner will be offered following the studio recital.

Reservations are required to secure your place, as seating is limited. Please include your telephone number for confirmation, and please text me if I have not responded within 3 days.

Looking forward once again to sharing the magic of music with you!

Looking forward to playing August 27 at 2 pm with mezzo soprano Sally-Anne Russell in this wonderful 3MBS Melbourne 103.5FM/English music festival! Our program includes vocal works by Britten and Elgar, Epigrams for piano solo by George Dyson, and a gorgeous Percy Grainger piano arrangement of Après un Rêve. For tickets, look below!

Tickets are now on sale for our first international collaboration with The English Music Festival.

The English Music Festival comprises four concerts that will explore chamber music, art song, and solo instrumental works by late nineteenth to mid-twentieth-century English composers and Australian composers of English descent.

The Festival features some of Melbourne’s leading exponents of classical music, including Trio Anima Mundi, Elyane Laussade – Concert Pianist, mezzo-soprano Sally-Anne Russell and The Parlour vocal ensemble alongside international guest violinist, Rupert Marshall-Luck.

Experience the concerts in-venue at Auburn Uniting Church or online via a digital ticket. 2-Concert and 4-Concert packages are available and include afternoon tea!

Bookings: https://tinyurl.com/4dpbnds5

Date: Thurs 14 July 2022, 7 pm.
Athenaeum Theatre in Person & Online. Bastille Day performance of French influenced favourites and Elyane’s own transcription of ‘Les Moulins de Mon Coeur’.

Dates: 11am Thurs 11 Mar, 8pm Sat 13 Mar, 5pm Sun 14 Mar, 8pm Sat 20 Mar & 5pm Sun 21 Mar.
This is the first set of Intimate Recitals since the beginning of the pandemic. Enjoy this unique program is an unexpected juxtaposition of music by Bach, Rachmaninov and Burt Bacharach.

Date: Sat 11 Dec, 7.30 PM. Sun 12 Dec, 2:30 pm.

Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo. The next instalment of The Mozart Project will see Elyane performing one of Mozart’s most uplifting concerti: #21 in C Major K. 467. She will be playing with the Bendigo Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Luke Severn.

Date: Wed 29 Sept 2021, 8:30 pm.
Athenaeum Theatre Online only. Performance by Elyane of Schubert’s Momentous Last Piano Sonata D.960. It is a brilliant four-movement work, and in my opinion, the greatest of his sonatas.

Date: Wed 28 Apr 2021, 1pm.
Athenaeum Theatre & Online. Performance by Elyane of Mozart, Chopin, Debussy and more. To be preceded by a panel discussion about the impact COVID-19 has had on the arts industry.

Date: Wed 19 May 2021, 8.30pm.
Athenaeum Theatre & Online.
The new ensemble ‘Fuzion’ performs Claude Bolling suite for Violin, Jazz Piano, Bass & Drums.

Date: Sun 25 Oct, 7pm, 2020.
Online recital, link within.
Elyane is performing her new program ‘Bach-A-Rach’ which features music from Bach, Rachmaninov & Burt Bacharach.

*This performance has been suspended due to the corona virus situation*
Elyane is invited to perform in Meeniyan for a solo recital. She will be presenting ‘Beethoven Celebration’: a selection of Beethoven’s most beloved sonatas, the Pathetique, Moonlight, Waldstein and Rondo Opus 129.

*This performance has been suspended due to the corona virus situation*
Elyane and Luke, cello, are performing this exciting program at Arden Crescent Uniting Church in Rosanna. Some favourites will be included such as Beethoven’s ‘An die Ferne Geliebte’, the Franck Sonata, piano solos and other goodies.

Date: Sat 14 March 2020, 3pm.
Coming up next March is a performance at the Austral Salon with Luke Severn, ‘cello and Daniel Tan, violin celebrating the 130th year of the Austral Salon. We will be performing a selection of trios and duos.

Date: Wed 19 Feb 2020, 7.30 pm.
Elyane and Luke Severn, cello, are performing at the Brunswick Beethoven Festival 2020 to celebrate the sesquicentennial of Beethoven’s birth. The program will include Beethoven works, variations and other surprises.

Date: Wednesday 15 January 2020, 3 pm.
Elyane Laussade will be performing for the first time in Italy at the Sala Marco Biagi in Bologna this January. She will be performing a few fan favourites from Beethoven and Chopin.

Date: Mon 28 Oct 2019, 12.30-1.30 pm.
Lovely vocal selections to enjoy during your lunch hour in the city.

Dates: 11am Thurs Aug 29, 5pm Sunday Sept 15, 7pm Sat Sept 21, 2019.
This Intimate Recital program spans four centuries and five composer-pianists who all performed/perform their own works:  Schubert, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninov, and William James Schmidt, a Romantic living in the 21st century.