Aussie’s abroad like Kelly Lovelady and Jayson Gillham entertain London crowds.

St John’s Smith Square, London
December 9, 2014

The Tait Memorial trust do so much for Australian musicians training and working in London that it makes sense to showcase their work at a winter prom. St John’s Smith Square is an ideal central London concert venue and a great opportunity for all involved to add to their public exposure. Hiring the lively and innovative Australian conductor Kelly Lovelady was a clever idea and she held a diverse evening together with her wide-ranging musical skills. She is the type of conductor that is obviously fun to work with and someone who encourages excellent team work and commitment.

For 22 years the Tait Memorial Fund has been engaging with the Australian community and its friends in London. Every year they support talented Australian musicians (and now dancers) with scholarships and awards to help finance their ongoing studies in London.

The prom held many surprises with some wonderful music making, but on these showcase evenings getting the presentation style right can be difficult. There is a balance between promoting the young players (and in this concert some dancers), advertising the work of the...