SHEKU AND ISATA KANNEH-MASON

An evening of music and conversation with Sheku Kanneh-Mason and Isata Kanneh-Mason. 

In this special event at St Peter’s Church, Norton on 14 July, Sheku will feature in a conversation with broadcaster Al Ryan around his latest book, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤, reflecting on music, family, creativity and artistic life, with opportunities for audience questions throughout the evening. Interspersed through the conversation, Isata Kanneh-Mason performs a series of solo piano works in a specially-devised recital programme.

Following the event, Sheku and Isata will meet audience members for a book signing in collaboration with Kemp’s of Malton. 

Prokofiev Prelude in C major, Op. 12, No. 7
~ Sheku Kanneh-Mason in conversation with Al Ryan ~
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 2 ‘Moonlight’
Dobrinka Tabakova Nocturne
~ Sheku and Isata Kanneh-Mason in conversation with Al Ryan ~
Ravel Gaspard de la nuit 

This event replaces the previously advertised recital by Sheku and Isata Kanneh-Mason, following Sheku’s withdrawal from performing engagements until the end of July 2026 owing to an ongoing finger injury. We are grateful that he is still able to join us at the Festival, and send him our warmest wishes for a full and speedy recovery.  

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