7pm Wednesday 19 August
The Kawai Live Series presented by Kawai Pianos Australia returns to 3MBS—showcasing an exciting new lineup of pianists during Music for Keyboard with Mark Kerr.
Join us for a live-to-air performance by pianists Gabriella Li & Thea Lukito, featuring a program of solo works by Mozart, Chopin, Debussy and Liszt before joining forces for Schubert's Fantasie in F minor for piano four hands.
Listen to the live broadcast or watch the live video stream.
Fifteen-year-old pianist Thea Lukito is currently a Year 10 student at Strathcona Girls Grammar School. She studies with renowned concert pianist Dr Elyane Laussade. Thea has been awarded both the AMusA and LMusA diplomas with Distinction. In addition to her accomplishments as a solo pianist, Thea has developed a successful piano duet with Gabriella Li over the past years. Together, they have appeared in numerous performances and wins on competitions.
Gabriella Li, 15, has played piano since age 4 and had her debut concert at 8. Studying under the renowned concert pianist Dr. Elyane Laussade, Gabriella's musical journey includes masterclasses in the US and visits to music schools in Germany. Awarded AmusA with Distinction in 2024, she enjoys performing as both a soloist and collaborator. Gabriella is excited to continue growing as a musician and sharing her passion through performance.
Gabriella Li
Mozart—I. Allegro from Sonata No.18 in D major, K. 576
Chopin—Nocturne No.2 in D flat Major, Op.27
Thea Lukito
Debussy—III. Toccata from Pour Le Piano
Liszt—Étude No.3, Un sospiro from Trois études de concert
Gabriella & Thea
Schubert—Fantasie in F minor, D. 940 for piano four hands