Concerts & Events

We are thrilled to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Regis School of Music with a truly special evening in the company of internationally acclaimed pianist Rustem Hayroudinoff. A beloved artist and cherished friend of the RSM, Rustem’s previous performances for us have left lasting memories, and we are delighted to welcome him back for this landmark celebration.

Praised by Gramophone as “a player in the great Russian virtuoso tradition”, Rustem Hayroudinoff has performed across Europe, the Americas, Japan, China and Russia, appearing with many of the world’s leading orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic, London Philharmonic, Tokyo Symphony and Czech Philharmonic. His acclaimed recordings of the music of Rachmaninoff have earned international recognition, with BBC Music Magazine describing his artistry in the company of legendary pianist Sviatoslav Richter.

Alongside his extraordinary virtuosity, Rustem is renowned for his warmth, charisma and gift for communicating music with audiences in an engaging and accessible way. Whether performing in major international concert halls or speaking from the piano with insight and humour, he brings a rare sense of connection and humanity to every performance.

This anniversary concert promises to be a fitting celebration of thirty years of music-making, community and artistic excellence at the Regis School of Music — an unforgettable evening with one of the most distinguished pianists of his generation.

“Rustem Hayroudinoff proves himself to be a player in the great Russian virtuoso tradition.” - Gramophone

"Even Richter’s celebrated EMI recording must cede to this outstanding newcomer.” - Classic FM Magazine

Hattie Chandler

Soulful ’70s spirit, reimagined for today

Hattie is a Bognor Regis based, independent emerging UK singer-songwriter with a voice that blends soul, country, and the timeless spirit of 70s rock. Currently based along the south coast, she draws inspiration from artists like Stevie Nicks, Barbra Streisand, and Linda Ronstadt, blending these ’70s influences with her own modern sound.
Having toured extensively in the UK and abroad, Hattie is now setting her sights on securing a record deal with a major label through her newly released EP, a setlist featuring lyrical, soft songs alongside highly energetic country-infused tracks.

Hattie Chandler - Vocals
Stefan Rajic - Guitar and Vocals
Pete Heppell - Drums
Tom Phelan - Keys
Inna Erskine - Violin
Michael Erskine - Cello

Support on the night by another local songstress, Olivia Stevens.

Olivia Stevens has been entertaining audiences all over the country since starting her first band, Funky Junction in 2010. A born entertainer, she is renowned for her effervescent performances and a soulful vocal that's both powerful and expressive.

**Mario Bakuna** is a Brazilian composer, arranger, vocalist, and guitarist, bringing over 25 years of musical artistry to audiences worldwide, currently based in London, UK. Well known for his deep exploration of traditional Brazilian rhythms, samba, jazz, and bossa nova, Mario captures the spirit of Brazilian swing, blending it with refined jazz colours in both his original compositions and fresh arrangements of works by iconic artists such as Tom Jobim, Dorival Caymmi, Paulo Moura, and João Donato.

Since moving to Europe to deepen his artistic research and expand his horizons, Mario has become a prominent figure in the UK’s Brazilian jazz scene, a key reference for the fusion of Brazilian music and contemporary jazz. His captivating performances have taken him far beyond London, with tours across more than 20 European countries, as well as Brazil, Canada, Madagascar, Egypt, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Kaliningrad, and Taiwan. Over the years, he has built a distinctive international career, enchanting audiences in both intimate jazz clubs and on grand festival stages around the world. From performing for 3,000 people in Azerbaijan and 7,000 in Kaliningrad to achieving a record audience of 150,000 people at the Taichung Jazz Festival in Taiwan, Mario has reached milestones that reflect the universal appeal and emotional depth of his performances.

Driven by a passion for musical exploration, Mario has collaborated with artists including Jean Toussaint, Alain Jean-Marie, Liam Noble, Edmundo Carneiro, Guinga, Cacau Queiroz, Ricardo dos Santos, Daniel Jobim, Nelson Ayres, Robertinho Silva, and Filó Machado.

His acclaimed albums Where Rio de Janeiro Meets Bahia and Brazilian Landscapes showcase his ability to fuse traditional roots with a contemporary musical sensibility. With sold-out concerts, glowing reviews, and growing international recognition, Mario Bakuna continues to celebrate and expand the language of Brazilian jazz, bringing its rhythm, warmth, and sophistication to audiences around the globe.

In her latest musical offering, the international chanteuse Sam Chara performs her unique tribute to the legendary Edith Piaf.

Accompanied by pianist/accordionist Tim Lee Young and double bassist Steve Sandiford, Sam tells a story with each song.

Experience the voice, the emotion, the laughter and the tears.

William Jack is an Australian multi-style cellist and songwriter, based in London. He is best known for incorporating his jazz guitar background into an unconventional style of cello playing, with a passion for breaking boundaries between genres and cultures. His music transitions seamlessly from virtuosic folk & bluegrass compositions, to non-Western sound worlds.

Since his classical studies in Vienna, William has forged his own cello pathway, touring Europe, Australia and the UK extensively. He has recently performed his solo compositions from his album collection ‘This Old Cello Box’ live on BBC Radio 3 at the Edinburgh Fringe and was selected to perform as a ‘New Folk’ songwriter at the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. William received the best music award at the 2025 Adelaide Fringe. He has been fortunate to work with numerous world-renowned artists, both as a session musician and collaborator. William is passionate about redefining the cello possibilities, bringing the instrument into exciting new territories.

“A master of unconventional cello playing” – GLAM Adelaide

“Specialist in all styles” – The Clothesline

“Cellopickin’ sensation” – DEBUT UK

“Outstanding, a truly remarkable performance” – BBC Radio 3

The Miyabi Duo is a versatile ensemble comprising Saki Kato (Japan) and Hugh Millington (UK). Together they perform a variety of music for two guitars, ranging from new compositions written for the duo, to music on nineteenth-century period guitars, to iconic music from the Spanish guitar repertoire.

With a special passion for performing new music, the duo regularly collaborates with composers to give the first performances and recordings of music for two guitars. These have included pieces by Edward Cowie, Electra Perivolaris, Sylvia Lim, Timothy Bowers, Stephen Balfour, and Mihailo Trandafilovski, whose pieces they premiered in various Wigmore Hall concerts in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.

They have recorded on albums including _Timothy Bowers: Music for Guitar Vol.1_ (Toccata, 2026); _Streams and Particles_ (Métier, 2022), the guitar music of Edward Cowie; Polychromy (Métier, 2022), Mihailo Trandafilovski’s guitar duo; and _Flare_ (Another Timbre, 2026), featuring a guitar duo by Sylvia Lim.

The Miyabi Duo works extensively in community music-making contexts, and in 2020, the duo was awarded the Wigmore Hall Learning/Open Academy Ensemble Fellowship. This led them to work with people of all ages across Wigmore Hall Learning’s vast programme, including musical workshops for people living with dementia. Based in Suffolk, they frequently collaborate with organisations including Live Music Now and Britten Pears Arts. With the latter they have performed concerts in Suffolk’s prisons in addition to regularly leading musical workshops for their ‘Participate’ programme, which aims to use music to combat social isolation in rural communities. They were awarded the Waldmann Music Award in 2020 (Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge) to recognise their work in this field.

Programme to include, amongst others, works by Joaquin Rodrigo, Claude Debussy, Pierre Petit, Timothy Bowers, Errollyn Wallen.

Photo by courtesy of Benjamin Ealovega

Glasgow-based singer and guitarist Alasdair Roberts is touring the UK in 2026 in support of his recent solo album Grief in the Kitchen and Mirth in the Hall, a collection of twelve traditional songs and ballads from Scotland and beyond, delivered in his inimitable style.

Acclaimed by Folk Radio UK as ‘one of our most talented, important and relevant songwriters and song-adapters’, Alasdair has released several critically-acclaimed albums via Drag City Records over the past two decades. They have alternated between collections of his own idiosyncratic and evocative compositions, and fresh interpretations of traditional songs and ballads. Although a keen collaborator, Alasdair will be touring entirely solo, presenting material from the new album as well as from his extensive back catalogue. An amazing opportunity to hime play in the wonderfully intimate and beautiful setting of the Regis School of Music.

In addition to his solo career, Alasdair plays in the groups Furrow Collective, Current 93 and Green Ribbons and has toured extensively both in the UK and worldwide, solo and with various musical companions.

'One of our most talented, important and relevant songwriters and song-adapters.' - Folk Radio UK

'Quietly escalating towards Scottish national treasure status'

– Mojo

'An artist in consummate control of his art' - Uncut

A celebratory showcase marking the conclusion of our term, featuring performances by students of all ages and levels.

Expect a diverse programme of classical, contemporary, and ensemble pieces demonstrating progress and musical achievement.

Concerts at 2pm and 5pm, depending on uptake. Please check back in the week before to confirm timings.

Free Entry with a Retiring Collection to the Sasha Levtov Memorial Fund.