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The Joan: Four Hands At The Piano
25 March @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm AEDT

Join ARIA Award–winning pianist and ABC presenter Tamara-Anna Cislowska and internationally acclaimed composer and pianist Elena Kats-Chernin AO for an unforgettable musical journey. Together, they bring to life Kats-Chernin’s vibrant world of tango, ballet, ragtime, and classical music in a performance that is as breathtaking as it is deeply personal.
This rare event invites you to experience one of Australia’s most celebrated composers performing her own works live — music that has been heard at the Sydney Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Rugby World Cup, on film screens, and on stages around the world.
Together, these two powerhouse artists redefine what a piano recital can be. Their natural synergy, expressive storytelling, and playful humour make the performance warm, accessible, and utterly captivating.
Gain an intimate insight into Kats-Chernin’s evocative compositions and the creative partnership behind acclaimed works such as Human Waves, premiered to a sold-out Sydney Opera House in 2023.
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