concert
Sofia Mekhonoshina (clarinet) & Steven Neugarten (Piano)
Sunday, 26th July • 15:00 – 17:00 (doors 14:30)
Hosted by Matthew Kleinman
£12 online.
Experience a captivating journey through timeless masterpieces and brilliant modern works. This intimate recital brings together the expressive depth of the Austro-German tradition, French impressionism, and an exciting contemporary UK premiere.
The Programme:
- Brahms: Sonata in F minor, Op. 120/1
- Debussy: Première Rhapsodie
Interval with complimentary tea and cakes
- Ziyang Wen: Jin Cheng Impression
- Arnold Bax: Clarinet Sonata
- Beethoven: Clarinet Trio, Op. 11
Sofia Mekhonoshina
Clarinettist
An accomplished classical clarinettist, Sofia Mekhonoshina is currently completing a Master of Performance in Orchestral Artistry at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, where she is studying with Professor Andrew Marriner. She has performed as a soloist with world-renowned orchestras, including the Russian National Orchestra and Moscow Virtuosi, across famous international venues like the Musikverein Wien and the Tchaikovsky Concert Hall. Her career has been distinguished by a series of notable achievements, including multiple first prizes and a Grand Prix at prestigious competitions worldwide.
Steven Neugarten
Pianist
A versatile pianist and sometime celesta and harpsichord player with a degree in Physics from Bristol University, Steven Neugarten has performed with notable musicians including Thomas Adès, Alison Balsom, Raphael Wallfisch, and in prestigious venues such as the Barbican and Wigmore Hall. His repertoire spans from William Byrd to contemporary composers, comprising chamber music, songs, and piano concertos. He works at the major London music institutions – GSMD, RAM, RCM, TrinityLaban – and performs at events like the Swaledale Festival, Venice Biennale and as part of the team providing Christmas music at the Ritz Hotel. He has also twice run the London Marathon!
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Accessibility
Our studio is located on the first floor and has only stepped access, which we regret means there is no access for wheelchair users or those who cannot climb stairs.
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Terms & conditions
We respectfully request that both members and non-members abide by the terms of The London Sketch Club’s rules & licensing conditions.
£12 online.