Music enthusiasts are in for a treat as The Wesley Committee invites the community to a special concert, "Come Schimmel with Us!" on 1 March 2025.
The exclusive event will be held in the Horsham Art Gallery Foyer, featuring the exquisite Schimmel "Hidden Beauty" Grand Piano. With only two sessions and limited seats available, early booking is highly recommended.
ABOUT THE PIANO
The Schimmel "Hidden Beauty" Grand Piano is renowned for its stunning French Burr walnut inlay on the underside of the lid and music rest, complemented by a striking gold frame and string finish inside the piano. This unique instrument, part of the Konzert Series, boasts exceptional sound and tone qualities, making it perfect for concert performances.
Remarkably, this is the only Schimmel "Hidden Beauty" in Australia, one of just 10 produced at the Schimmel factory in Braunschweig, Germany.
It was brought to Australia in 2004 by Bernie Capicchiano, Managing Director of Bernies Music Land in Melbourne.
Wendy Weight, a key figure behind the establishment of the Wesley Performing Arts and Cultural Centre, purchased the piano in memory of her late husband, William John Weight, in October 2004.
For the past 20 years, the Schimmel has been the centerpiece of The Wesley. It has recently been relocated to the Horsham Art Gallery Foyer for safekeeping during The Wesley's refurbishment.
Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Schimmel "Hidden Beauty" Grand Piano in all its glory. Tickets are priced at $25, and with only two sessions available, they are expected to sell out quickly.
ABOUT THE EVENT
This event has been made possible through a grant from the Robert Salzer Foundation.
The concert will feature performances by three talented musicians:
- Gavin Fry: Grew up in the Southern Grampians region, classically trained in piano and pipe organ. Gavin has performed regularly as a recital soloist in chamber ensembles and as a church musician for sacred music cycles, weddings, and funerals.
