Elyane Laussade

BSO Concertmaster Lizzy Welsh joins cellist Luke Severn and pianist Elyane Laussade for a program centred on two cornerstone works of the chamber repertoire.

Beethoven’s Sonata No. 5 in F major, Op. 24 “Spring” opens the afternoon. Written in 1801, the sonata expands on Beethoven’s more conversational style, with the opening Allegro unfolding in long lyrical lines shared between both players. The Adagio molto espressivo forms the emotional centre of the work, followed by a brief Scherzo and a buoyant final Rondo.

Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49 closes the program. Premiered in 1839 and championed by Schumann, the trio combines virtuosic piano writing with tightly woven string lines. Its light-footed Scherzo contrasts with the expansive first movement and driving finale.

Welsh, Severn and Laussade have collaborated regularly in BSO performances across many recent seasons. This recital places them together in the intimate setting of the piano trio and gives BSO audiences a chance to hear more of their collaborative nature as artists and musicians. 

Lizzy Welsh, violin
Luke Severn, cello
Elyane Laussade, piano

Program

BEETHOVEN Sonata for Violin & Piano No. 5 in F, Op. 24 “Spring” (24’)
    I. Allegro
    II. Adagio molto espressivo
    III. Scherzo: Allegro molto
    IV. Rondo: Allegro ma non troppo

MENDELSSOHN Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49 (32’)
    I. Molto allegro agitato
    II. Andante con molto tranquillo
    III. Scherzo: Leggiero e vivace
    IV. Finale: Allegro assai appassionato

Approximate Duration: 2 hours, including interval

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The program “The Passage of Time” will see Elyane Laussade perform Tchaikovsky’s “The Seasons”, with seasonally related works by Chopin, Liszt, Chaminade and others added to each of the four seasons. This highly imaginative program, very much in the 19th century Romantic tradition, blends introspection with rhapsody.

Tickets can be purchased to the show only, or together with an afternoon tea with Elayne.  All proceeds will go to the Don Huntley Scholarship Fund, in recognition of Don Huntley’s passion and advocacy for performing arts at Ballarat Grammar. Don Huntley was an alumnus, parent, and community-minded individual.

Dates: 15 Mar 2026

Cost: $35.00 – $60.00

Adult – $45 Concession – $35 Ticket including Afternoon Tea – $60.

Location – Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts Ballarat, 1220 Howitt St, Wendouree, Victoria, 3355

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Our fourth and final concert of the year will be held on Friday, 21 November 2025. We are proud to present this outstanding program for your enjoyment:

* Franz Schubert ~ Overture in Italian style in D major
* Song Recital by mezzo soprano Kristen Leich and pianist Elyane Laussade
* Ludwig van Beethoven ~ Symphony No. 4

Come along to support our orchestra as well as Gatehouse at the Royal Children’s Hospital.

The concert will commence at 8:00pm at the James Tatoulis Auditorium, Methodist Ladies’ College in Kew. Tickets are available online here or at the door (cash only).

We hope you can join us!

Carl Orff’s blockbuster of the choral repertoire. 

From the rousing first chorus of O Fortuna until the wheel of fortune rolls on to its concluding reprise, Orff immerses us in an unstoppable journey, exploring life and fate through the eyes of a group of worldly mediaeval monks.

Although familiar from its innumerable appearances in film and advertising, the music takes on a new vibrancy in live performance.

Dates & Times

Friday 19 September 2025 – 8:00pm

Duration: 1 hour 15 mins (no interval). Please note, running times are approximate and subject to change.

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An unmissable spring afternoon at Langley as the gorgeous American mezzo-soprano Kristen Leich and celebrated pianist Elyane Laussade showcase their captivating musicianship and technical prowess in Tragedy and Triumph.

The program is a compelling one, featuring popular repertoire from some of the most famous composers in history: Handel, Mozart, Schubert and Schumann. Not forgetting Verlaine’s evocative poetry brought to life in two of Faure’s Cinq Melodies. And we’ll also celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Bizet’s opera Carmen as Kristen dazzles with the famous Habanera. Keeping in French mood, Elyane also offers her profound interpretation of Debussy’s famous L’isle joyeuse. To conclude, Kristen will charm you with songs by William Bolcom and delight you with her dexterity in Rossini’s Una voce poco fa.

Date

Sunday 12 October 2025 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (UTC+10)

Location

Lauriston Chapel at Langley Estate
484 Napier St, White Hills VIC 3550

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Join us in joyous celebration of unity through music for everyone, where East meets West. Featuring renowned pianists, Elyane Laussade and Kana Akaboshi, Koto player, Brandon Lee, his Koto Ensemble together with Suzuki teachers and children.

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Program
Program to include works by Debussy, Britten, Webern and more.

A soothing balm
MSO violinist Sarah Curro curates a profound program exploring the human response to the futility of war.

Music by modern masters including Debussy, Britten and Webern features alongside some of most poignant poetry of the 20th century.

Join us to reflect and be moved by the soothing balm of music and words written in times of darkness.

Featuring
Sarah Curro violin / curator
Dennis Coard actor
Kirstin Kenny violin
Gabrielle Halloran viola
Michelle Wood cello
Shane Hooton trumpet
Andrew Macleod flute
Elyane Laussade piano

Performance details

Saturday 2 August 2025 at 2:30pm
The Union Theatre, Wonthaggi

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After a triumphant CMS performance of Brahms’s wonderful Piano Quintet in F minor in 2024, American pianist Elyane Laussade returns in 2025 to perform one of the glories of the chamber music repertoire, Schubert’s majestic Piano Trio in B flat major. Completed in the last year of his all-too short life, and replete with many of his best-known melodies, the trio typifies the ‘divine, heavenly length’ that characterises so many of his Schubert’s final works.

Commencing at 10:30am

Camberwell Uniting Church, 314 Camberwell Road, Camberwell, VIC 3124

Contact Details: Jenny Lu  jennydfl@gmail.com   0425 233 390

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Zelman Symphony welcomes back Elyane Laussade to perform Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto. Composed during a turbulent period marked by the Napoleonic Wars, the concerto reflects Beethoven’s resilience and growing confidence, with grandiose themes that mirror the era’s intense political climate and his own struggles with deafness.

Continuing our theme of works by women composers, we present the only non-choral orchestral work by Fanny Hensel, older sister to Felix Mendelssohn, the delightful Overture in C.

The concert will conclude with Mozart’s majestic final symphony, Symphony no. 41 Jupiter.

Artists

Rick Prakhoff – conductor

Elyane Laussade – piano

Program

Hensel, F – Overture in C H265

Beethoven – Piano Concerto no. 5 in E? Op. 73 Emperor

Mozart – Symphony no. 41 in C K. 551 Jupiter

Venue

James Tatoulis Auditorium – MLC – Kew
Methodist Ladies’ College, 207 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101
Venue opens at 7.00pm

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On Saturday, February 15 at 3:00 PM, The Clinton Symphony Orchestra of the Mohawk Valley (CSOMV), in collaboration with Zion Episcopal Church, will present Elyane Laussade in a solo recital at the church, at 140 W. Liberty St., Rome. The program, titled “Fantasies and Dreams” includes music of Mozart, Schubert, Bach, Greenbaum, Faure, Liszt, and Verdi. All of the dreamy selections on the program are free-flowing compositions with an air of improvisational flair. The concert is a benefit for the Clinton Symphony Orchestra of Mohawk Valley, with free will donations gratefully accepted at the door.

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025

Time: 3:00 PM – 4:05 PM

Venue: Zion Episcopal Church140 West Liberty StreetRome, NY, 13440 United States (map)

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About the event

The Alliance Classical Players are presenting a concert here at Grace Church Sunday, February 9, at 3 p.m. The program will feature internationally recognized pianist, Elyane Laussade. Repertoire will include the piano and Wind quintets of Mozart and Beethoven. The concert is free and open to the public. Please let others know about this special opportunity! 

Time & Location

Feb 09, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Grace Church , 6 Elizabeth St, Utica, NY 13501, USA

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Melbourne Sinfonia Concert Four 2024 at 8.00pm, Friday November 22nd at the James Tatoulis Auditorium, MLC Kew. The program is:
Schubert : Overture in Italian Style D591
Clementi : Symphony No. 4
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor” with soloist Elyane Laussade

Date

Friday 22 November 2024 8:00 PM – 10:15 PM (UTC+11)

Location

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MLC Auditorium
207 Barkers Rd, Kew Vic 3101

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The beautiful visual artist Corinne Loxton who hails from the Blue Mountains joins me in interpretations and evocations of nature’s elemental processes.

I will be playing a recital of selections that reflect the four elements – in the works of Chopin, Debussy, Ravel, Liszt, Sinding, Grieg, Chaminade, and De Falla – while Corinne’s artwork, inspired by these pieces, will be projected in a multimedia show for your simultaneous aural and visual pleasure.

Corinne’s original artwork will also be on exhibit at the studio and for sale after the concerts. To see a preview of her paintings, enjoy them via this link: https://corinneloxton.com.au/evoking-the-elements-exhibition

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

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

Dates:
Saturday, October 12, 2024, 6:30 for 7 pm
Thursday, October 17, 2024, 10:45 for 11 am, Matinee Musicale
Sunday, October 20, 2024, 4:30 for 5 pm.

A sumptuous dinner will be offered following the evening concerts and a generous lunch following the matinee.

Tickets: $85 for evening recitals, $65 for Matinee Musicale. Call, text or email. Please note I do not have credit card facilities for the concert tickets, but Corinne does have that facility should you wish to buy her work.

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.

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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.

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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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Chamber Music On Agitation Hill 2024 | TryBooking Australia

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

Elyane Laussade – Conoscere la Musica – Bologna Welcome or

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: Mon 22 Feb 2021, 12.30pm.
Coming up in February is a performance at the Austral Salon with Luke Severn, bass, performing a selection of vocal and piano solo works.

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 27 Nov, 7.30 PM.
Hawthorn Arts Centre.
The next instalment of The Mozart Project will see Elyane performing one of Mozart’s most glorious concerti: #23 in A Major K. 488. She will be playing with the Zelman Memorial Symphony, conducted by Rick Prakhoff.

*This performance has been suspended due to the corona virus situation*
Elyane will be performing Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto #5 Opus 73 with the Hobart Chamber Orchestra in Tasmania at Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre.

Date: Thurs 2 April, 7pm, 2020.
Online recital, link within.
Elyane is performing one of her most beloved programs ‘An American in Paris’.

Date: Sat 23 Feb 2020, 8 pm.
Melbourne Recital Centre. Beethoven Rondo WoO 6 with Corpus Medicorum Orchestra, Michael Dahlenburg conductor. This short and sweet stand-alone concerto movement arranged by Czerny is a prelude to a fabulous concert of Beethoven’s great works.

Date: Thurs Feb 6 2020, 7.30 pm. Tempo Rubato, Brunswick.
Celebrating Beethoven’s sesquicentennial with popular favourites, Moonlight and Pathetique Sonatas, and more!

Dates: Sun Nov 9 2019, 6:30 pm / Tues Nov 12 2019, 10.45 am / Sun Nov 17 2019, 4.30 pm.
Although Luke Severn is well-known to the Laussade Studio recitals as a cellist, he returns as a rising star for the second time – but now as a vocalist!

Date: Sunday October 27 2019, 10-11 am.
At St Michael’s Uniting Church in Collins Street, come enjoy some music and an inspiring service.