Black Lives in Music presents three outstanding artists from its Classically Black Showcase in a special piano-focused concert celebrating virtuosity, individuality and creative expression across the classical tradition.  This show, dedicated to the piano, features the virtuosic talent of artists performing a dazzling range of classical repertoire including self-penned works as well as some of the greats from the classical canon.  You will hear Lang Lang Foundation ambassador and prodigy Zara Antonia, the vocal, pianist and compositional talents of Michael Howell (finalist on Channel 4 programme The Piano) and the award-winning concert virtuoso Amiri Harewood.  The evening promises to be a sonic display of piano wizardry.

Classically Black Presents

Ronnie Scott's

In celebration of America's 250th birthday, the Midland Symphony Orchestra honors the music of America's founding era surrounding the Declaration of Independence. This thoughtfully curated program explores connections between the Founding Fathers and European composers of the time, including Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. Pianist Amiri Harewood joins the orchestra for a performance that bridges history and artistry in a stirring tribute to independence.

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Sounds of Independence

Midland Center for the Arts

Young British rising-star pianist Amiri Harewood made his concerto debut as a teenager, and his sweeping programme features pieces from around the world. There are Russian preludes from Rachmaninov, including the famous Alla Marcia, and from Shostakovich including a stately sarabande and glistening fugue. From America, George Walker’s fifth sonata from 2003 condenses the form into a dense five-minute burst. From Nigeria, Joshua Uzoigwe’s rhythmic piece is inspired by a traditional dance to a river deity. Finally, Granados’s seven waltzes capture the essence of Spanish dance in dazzling, rich colours.

Amiri Harewood

Events

Past events

Sep 7, 2026

Classically Black Presents · Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club

Apr 4, 2026

Sounds of Independence · Midland Symphony Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Piano in Piano Sonata No. 5 by Walker

Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall

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