Ian Burgess-Simpson Pianos
About
Recitals and a range of music activities are presented at IBSP on an entirely non-profit basis, with the objective of providing excellent opportunities for performers and audience by recreating the format of an intimate recital, in which much of the great piano repertoire was originally composed.
All of the performances presented by Ian Burgess-Simpson over th last 30 years focus on the talent of the artist, in combination with a high-quality piano prepared personally for each pianist and program, to give the audience a profound musical experience.
These are combined with a range of activities supporting teachers, students and artists to support the health of the classical music network in Cape Town.
Reviews
"This event was outstanding! Gerard Joubert had the audience spellbound with his masterful and highly musical performance. The venue has a wonderful ambience and the acoustics are excellent. I’m looking forward to the next musical event in this great space. Congratulations to Ian Burgess-Simpson for this inspired initiative."
- Barbara-Ann Horsfield
" To see this brilliant pianist performing at such a interesting environment was a touching and special experience. So see and hear the instrument being tuned to perfection while in anticipation of this performance enhanced the feeling of total impeccable precision associated with both the instrument and the performer. Well done en thank you to all envolved."
- Adriaan
"What a fantastic evening! The venue was perfect - just the right level of intimate, wonderful surrounds, plenty of space. Gerhards playing - excellent! For a little while we where all transported to another place. Left feeling all was well in the word. "
- Elizabeth
"The most wonderful concert, enjoyed it so much, the fabulous piano was a bonus."
- Diane
"Well organised intimate event with opportunities to chat to the pianist and piano makers.
The pianist is a young star who made the grand piano come to life."
- Rolf