Westminster Cathedral Hall

‘Babar, the little elephant and other stories’
a piano recital for children

Wednesday July 6th at 18:00
Westminster Cathedral Hall

This unusual piano recital is based on children's songs from France and Brazil which are first sung by the performer Tara Jaffar and then played by Ivan as full piano arrangements by Mozart (12 variations on the theme of 'Ah vous dirai-je maman', of which the English version is known as 'Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star') and Hector Villa-Lobos (‘Cirandas’).

Children and adults will thus have the opportunity to follow the entertaining and educational progression from the children's arrangement to a full-scale version for solo piano. Tara will also narrate an exciting children's story ('Babar the little elephant') accompanied by Ivan on piano with music by Francis Poulenc.

Ivan Pires is producing the recital and will donate 5% of box office receipts to Barnardos, the UK children’s charity. Tickets are priced at £10 and £8 concession (family of 4, £8 adult and £6 child). Tickets are being sold 20% off through http://www.wegottickets.com/event/122960
or Ivan’s personal website: www.myspace.com/ivanpires

* MASTERCLASS - On Saturday July 9th, Ivan will give a piano masterclass for adults and children. Get some tips from a concert pianist on your technique and check that your choice of repertoire is right for you. Book your place at ribeiropires@hotmail.com and let Ivan know what piece(s) you are aiming to play. The full-day charge (10am to 4pm) is £30. Shorter sessions (morning or afternoon) are also available.