Pianist and MMus student Iyad Sughayer has won the prestigious 2018 Trinity Laban Gold Medal award.

Following a sell-out showcase of recitals at world-class cultural hub Kings Place on Monday 29 January, Iyad Sughayer was selected as this year’s competition winner.

The Jordanian-Palestinian pianist, who is currently studying with Martino Tirimo and Peter Tuite, gave stunning performances of the serene ‘Les cloches de Genève’ from Liszt’s Années de pèlerinage, and the vivacious first movement from Khachaturian’s Piano Sonata.

On winning the Gold Medal Iyad commented –

“It is an absolute honour to be this year’s Gold Medal winner. Last night was truly a wonderful experience and I will remember it for a very long time! I was overwhelmed by the audience’s response and support. Huge congratulations to the finalists who were all truly remarkable!”

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