Laurence Kempton

Biography

Laurence Kempton studied the violin with Maurice Hasson at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He left to join the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and had wonderful experiences playing at the Proms and enjoying many international tours before becoming a member of the Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera. As a soloist he has performed many concertos, including those of Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Bruch at venues including the Royal Festival Hall in London. Since 1996, Laurence has been a member of the Enigma Duo with welsh harpist Katherine Thomas. They perform in numerous countries throughout the world in addition to their many recitals in this country.

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Help get Mid Wales Opera back on the road

Only a few months ago we thought Mid Wales Opera was finished. Now, thanks to a funding lifeline from Powys County Council, we are within touching distance of having a sustainable plan to keep on producing live and local opera across Wales for at least three years.

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