musical soirée cruises | The Piano Boat
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Beautiful music and an experience for every occasion.
The world's most intimate concert hall
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Prosecco and canapés, and your own exclusive recital.
2pm-6pm on select dates
£80 pp
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Harefield, Uxbridge, UB9 6PE (meeting details below)
The Experience
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Enjoy the tranquility of the canals and a carefully crafted classical piano recital in your own exclusive environment. The Piano Boat 'Rachmaninov' will be your venue - a unique canal boat built in 2020, and designed specifically for musical gatherings, holidays and events.
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The Piano Boat is host to a brand new Steinway Model A grand piano, ensuring you always the finest musical experience.
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We only take a maximum of 12 guests each cruise, so you will never feel over-crowded. Upon boarding, you will be welcomed with a glass of Prosecco and a personalised programme with details of the music you will hear later on.
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13:30 | Meet at The Bear on the Barge
13:45 | Safety briefing and boarding
14:00 | Welcome drink and departure
18:00 | Return to base and disembarkation
After departure, we will cruise to a quiet location on the canal for the recital. Enjoy select classical favourites, and perhaps be introduced to some previously-unheard gems. Your performer and captain of the vessel, Masayuki Tayama, will personally guide you through the programme, and the musical element of the afternoon will last around 45 minutes.
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Slowly cruising back to base, drinks, canapés and cakes will be served for the return journey.
The Pianist
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‘Not only to be considered as a fresh departure from other fine pianists of the present day, but daring... with a few touches of genius.'
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A celebrated interpreter of Rachmaninov’s piano music, Masayuki Tayama has performed all of his Piano Concertos and is currently in the midst of a project to record and perform his complete solo works for piano, a monumental feat which few have attempted, and his recordings have been met with accolades and critical acclaim.
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His international and radio performance debuts took place at the age of 10 in Amsterdam’s Concertgebow, and were the start of a highly successful career. He regularly performs in some of the country’s most eminent concert venues, and his debut appearance at Wigmore Hall sold out.
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Now, you have the opportunity to hear him live in an intimate environment like no other, with a thoughtfully selected programme of works. A musician with a passion for boats, Masayuki will also be your captain on board The Piano Boat!
Experience the music up close on a superb instrument under the fingertips of a master.
Meeting Point
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The Bear on the Barge, Moorhall Road, Harefield, Uxbridge, UB9 6PE
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Please ensure you are at the meeting point no later than 13:30. We regret that we are unable to wait for guests not arriving by the designated time.
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Parking is available at The Bear on the Barge, and there is non-restricted parking available on the roadside. The nearest underground stations are Uxbridge and Northwood, then a bus or taxi will take you to the meeting point.
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Neither The Piano Boat nor The Bear on the Barge can take responsibility for your vehicle or possessions, so please ensure you do not leave any valuables in the car.
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