Lucy spontaneously performs an infectious boogie-woogie duet with Brad Kella, another winner from 'The Piano' competition
In the heart of the Leeds Piano Festival, which takes place every three years and celebrates the city's unique heritage with all things 88-keys, a special event unfolded on September 5, 2024. Star pianist Lucy and Brad Kella, the winner of the second series of The Piano in 2024, performed a spontaneous boogie-woogie duet at the Pianodrome.
Brad, a pianist and classical composer, had made his debut at the Royal Albert Hall with Classic FM Live and Viking, and is scheduled to perform live at a website next month. Lucy, a pianist from West Yorkshire, had won the first series of The Piano in 2023, with her talent first revealed in iconic footage to the stunned judge Lang Lang.
The duet between Lucy and Brad overflows with the joy of all things 88-keyed. As Brad began his boogie-woogie bass, Lucy immediately found musical inspiration. Lucy's family and teacher know that inviting Brad to play is often the best invitation for her to join in. Lucy adds percussive, stabbing chords over Brad's bass, creating a unique and captivating sound.
Lucy, who is blind and neurodivergent, launched into a bluesy improvised solo during the duet, demonstrating her incredible talent and passion for music. Brad, in turn, matched her energy, creating a rich and powerful musical experience. This duet between two winners of The Piano showcases that for both, it's all about the music and the joy of sharing the piano together.
Just a year prior, Lucy made a sensational debut at the Royal Albert Hall, playing Bach and Debussy at Live with Viking. Her performance was laden with the rich power of music, much like her duet with Brad. The Leeds Piano Festival is home to such moments, with public pianos around the city and unique venues like the Pianodrome providing opportunities for musicians to come together and create magic.
The Leeds Piano Competition is at the heart of the Leeds Piano Festival, and it's clear that the competition breeds talent. With Brad and Lucy's performance serving as a testament, it's exciting to see what the future holds for these talented pianists and the Leeds Piano Festival.
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