From Schubert To Gershwin
09 August @ 8.00pm to 10.00pm
About From Schubert To Gershwin
Schubert: Marche Militaire no.1 in D major
Fauré: Dolly Suite
Gibbons: From Piano Suite: Musette & Tarantella
Debussy: Petite Suite
Schumann: Piano Quintet Op.44 (arranged piano 4 hands Clara Schumann)
J.S. Bach: Schafe können sicher weiden (Sheep may safely graze) (arranged piano 4 hands Mary Howe)
Gershwin: Girl Crazy Overture (arranged piano 4 hands Jack Gibbons) – world premiere
The acclaimed pianist and composer Jack Gibbons is joined by award-winning pianist Sarah Beth Briggs for an evening of much loved piano duets including Fauré’s Dolly Suite, Debussy’s Petite Suite, Schumann’s masterly Piano Quintet Op.44 in a rarely performed piano duet transcription by Clara Schumann, and the world premiere of a new transcription for piano duet by Gibbons of Gershwin’s dazzling Girl Crazy Overture (featuring the classic songs I Got Rhythm and Embraceable You).
The youngest-ever finalist in the BBC Young Musician at 11, Sarah Beth Briggs went on to win the prestigious International Mozart Competition in Salzburg at just 15, and has since played with leading orchestras around the world.
Reviews
“An artist of extraordinary magnetism.”
Michael Kennedy on Sarah Beth Briggs, Daily Telegraph
“High-spirited and historically informed.”
Paul Griffiths on Jack Gibbons, The New Yorker
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
£23.00
All orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50
Dates & times:
Sunday 09 August 2026 at 8.00pm
Doors open at 7.15pm
Running time:
2 hours, including an interval
About Holywell Music Room
The Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street, close to the heart of the University of Oxford, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere.
Often considered the first dedicated music venue in England, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience.
The venue remains an active hub for musical performances, regularly showcasing chamber music, solo recitals, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance.
Visit the venue information page for further details.
