MASTER CLASS - PETRONEL MALAN - Free Lecture

See piano virtuosa Petronel Malan in an interactive lesson as she works with individual Conservatory students. Master Classes help strengthen students’ ability as the master gives them advice on how to play selections, gives demonstrations and corrects technique. Master classes provide artistic stimulation for both the performer and the audience. Spectators welcome!

PETRONEL MALAN, piano
Born in South Africa, Malan maintains a full performance schedule as recitalist, orchestral soloist and chamber musician in major venues throughout the world. Ms. Malan’s career was launched following five gold medals in 2000 at international piano competitions. A frequent speaker and promoter for classical music in schools, music scholarships in her name are awarded in South Africa annually to promising young musicians. Ms. Malan’s critical acclaim culminated in her nomination for three Grammy® Awards, including “Best Instrumental Solo Album” for her debut disc Transfigured Bach. She received the Rapport/City Press Prestige Award as one of the “10 Most Inspirational Women in South Africa,” and has appeared on magazine covers, fashion spreads and even as picture-clues in crossword puzzles. Ms. Malan began lessons with her mother at age four, and debuted with the Johannesburg Symphony at age ten. Following a degree at Michigan State University, Ms. Malan completed both of her graduate degrees at the University of North Texas. Apart from a love for vintage gowns, Ms. Malan’s stage wardrobe is designed by foremost South African designers.