Lizzie Ball and James Pearson

Description

Internationally acclaimed musicians Lizzie Ball (violin/vocals) and James Pearson (piano) explore the relationships and fascinating encounters between George Gershwin and his contemporaries. Including music and arrangements by Bernstein, Copland, Ellington, Gershwin, Heifetz, Kreisler, Pearson, Piazzolla, Ponce, Porter and Rachmaninov, all accompanied by anecdotes in James and Lizzie's inimitable style!

Lizzie grew up in Derbyshire and received an honorary Masters degree from the University of Derby in recognition of her outstanding achievements. She also holds an MA in Music from Cambridge University and postgraduate diplomas from the Royal College of Music and Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

James is an internationally acclaimed pianist and Artistic Director at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, where his trio is the house band.

Lizzie and James have impressed and engaged audiences with their performances!