A ten-year dream to have one of Australia’s most successful and dynamic classical musicians perform at the Lucas Parklands concert hall at Montville has been realised.

Piers Lane AO, pictured, who is based in London, will perform two concerts on May 29 and 30, bringing his wonderful pianism and musicianship to Sunshine Coast classical music lovers.

Ian Lucas, of Lucas Parklands, said he had been hoping for a decade or more to have Maestro Lane perform at his family’s venue and that dream was now a reality.

“Piers has captivated music lovers everywhere and for several decades; he has established himself as a global star with a most wonderful reputation,” Mr Lucas said.

“He’s an inspired pianist who presents the most generous programs to his audience, this is one of the reasons he’s Australia’s most successful classical musician.

“It’s flattering that he has managed to find the time to play for us locally, considering the demands on his touring schedule.

“In the Lucas Parklands concerts, Piers will play two Beethoven sonatas and Chopin so you can imagine how incredibly proud and excited I am that he will be performing here.”

The local Piers Lane performances will continue the Lucas Parklands’ 2021 “Keep the Music Going” concert series, dedicated to the continuance of live classical performances despite Covid-19 uncertainties and disruptions.

The 150-seat Lucas Parklands concert hall is regarded by many as one of the finest performance spaces of its size in the world. 

• Mr Lane will perform at the Lucas Parklands concert hall, at Montville, on May 29, 30. For tickets, please phone 07 54785667 or email: lucasparklands@bigpond.com