Wigmore Hall Medal
awarded to Dame Felicity Lott
On February 9th 2010 Felicity Lott has been presented with The Wigmore Hall Medal. The medal, awarded at the discretion of the Director of Wigmore Hall, is occasionally presented to internationally important artistic figures in recognition of their significant contribution to Wigmore Hall. Read more ►
I was so honoured and
thrilled to be presented with the Wigmore Medal this week, and
particularly proud to receive the medal from His Royal Highness the Duke
of Kent. John Gilhooly announced the anniversary season- 110 years since
the Hall opened- and the artists appearing at Wigmore are among the
greatest in the world; when one looks at the photographs and programmes
around the walls it is awe-inspiring. So, to receive such an honour is
overwhelming. I think there are many people who deserve it much more
than I do but I shall hang on to it very tightly! The Wigmore is beloved
of all chamber musicians and singers because of its intimacy and its
acoustics, and because the artists are made so welcome by John Gilhooly
and his great team. It is a kind of family, and for artists who spend
their lives travelling from one concert hall to another in different
countries, to be welcomed with tea and biscuits, hugs and smiles, and to
feel wanted, is heartwarming and helps us to do our best. I feel very
privileged to be part of the Wigmore family. FL
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