# Freddy Kempf

The 30th episode of Dress Rehearsal welcomes pianist Freddy Kempf, who is one of today’s most successful pianists performing to sell-out audiences. Exceptionally gifted with an unusually broad repertoire, Freddy has built a unique reputation as an explosive performer who is not afraid to take risks…

Jess Gillam meets the trumpeter Aaron Akugbo and they share some of their favourite music, including tracks by Jacob Collier, Errolyn Wallen, Mahler and Beyonce. Edinburgh-born Aaron trained at the Royal Academy of Music, and cites Louis Armstrong as his biggest musical influence. An ex-principal o…

Freddy Kempf (Pianomania) Interview by Eva Cambourn and Jesse Heinrichs on Radio One 91fm Dunedin

There’s something charming, yet manic, about Pianomania, a concert following the history of the piano with charismatic pianist/director Freddy Kempf and New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. The series is already underway and continues this week featuring some of the most recognizable piano works from th…