Play Nice: Jewish Women in 20th Century Classical Music
JW3, NW3 6ET + Live Stream , [Venue Details]In collaboration with the Royal Academy of Music and the British Library, we are proud to present an evening exploring three extraordinary pianists
Harriet Cohen, Myra Hess and Irene Scharrer.
Delve into their navigation of the classical music industry, World Wars, and Jewish identity in the twentieth century. Listen to live performances of significant works from their careers by Academy students, see materials from the British Library’s Music Collections, and hear discussions, from a panel of passionate academics, of their political-musical challenges and achievements.
The programme features Cohen’s only published work, Scharrer’s meticulous Chopin and an iconic Hess Beethoven performance.
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Admission: £20.00
Performer name: Play Nice: Jewish Women in 20th Century Classical Music
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Play Nice: Jewish Women in 20th Century Classical Music
Monday, 23 Feb 2026 @7.00pm
JW3, NW3 6ET + Live StreamMore Information
In collaboration with the Royal Academy of Music and the British Library, we are proud to present an evening exploring three extraordinary pianists
Harriet Cohen, Myra Hess and Irene Scharrer.
Delve into their navigation of the classical music industry, World Wars, and Jewish identity in the twentieth century. Listen to live performances of significant works from their careers by Academy students, see materials from the British Library’s Music Collections, and hear discussions, from a panel of passionate academics, of their political-musical challenges and achievements.
The programme features Cohen’s only published work, Scharrer’s meticulous Chopin and an iconic Hess Beethoven performance.
Admission: £20.00
Performer name: Play Nice: Jewish Women in 20th Century Classical Music
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