Olveston at Six - Fanny and Felix

Olveston at Six is a series chosen by pianist Tom McGrath, who also curated the 2016 and 2018 series.

It comprises four recitals, presented by some of Dunedin’s finest resident musicians, centred around Olveston’s beautiful 1908 New York Steinway grand piano. These soirée concerts follow the rich tradition of music-making in this historic stately home. The series sold out well in advance last time, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Music by siblings and romantic composers par excellence Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel and Felix Mendelssohn will feature in a recital of delightful vocal duets and lieder sung by Tessa Romano and Göknil Meryem Biner. They will be accompanied by Tom McGrath, who will also be joined by Emily Sterk for a performance of Felix Mendelssohn’s charming and youthful Clarinet Sonata.