TOYPIANO+
This project is supported by arts council malta
Toy Piano+ explores the artistic potential of the toy piano as a concert instrument. This project consists of three main strands: i) a toy piano recital with electronic music and percussion; ii) a concert which combines the toy piano with grand piano and a backdrop projection of video-art; iii) an outreach program of 8 concerts for children taking place in schools and local councils - featuring a storytelling narration accompanied by a live toy piano soundtrack. Toy Piano+ involves the participation of 13 Maltese and international composers, 3 video artists as well as the collaboration with writer Trevor Zahra and actor Joseph Galea. The 13 new compositions especially commissioned for this project will be recorded in Malta and produced as an album by international label Parma (USA). The album will be distributed on all music streaming platforms.
TINY KEYS BIG SOUNDS
Vintage toy pianos & chamber orchestra
Tiny Keys Big Sounds is a unique concert portraying vintage toy pianos and chamber orchestra featuring pianist Tricia Dawn Williams. The first part of the programme portrays works for solo toy piano ex. Suite for a Musical Clock by Handel; piano and toy piano ex. Clowns at Night by George Crumb as well as the use of live electronics ex. In C by Terry Riley. The second part of the programme presents the toy piano with the chamber orchestra with a new arrangement of Parade by Erik Satie and Kinderklavier Concerto by Ruben Zahra
AROUND THE WORLD IN 18 KEYS
Amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, including lockdowns and the cancellation of concerts, I sought out innovative ways of performing while adhering to social distancing guidelines. This journey led me to explore an unexpected treasure in my possession - a toy piano that had been gathering dust for years, patiently waiting for me to unlock its hidden potential.