Cristiana Achim (piano)
Schedule
Wed Nov 19 2025 at 01:10 pm to 02:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
St James's Church, Piccadilly | London, EN
About this Event
Experience inspiring performances by top emerging artists in our historic venue, renowned for its superb acoustics. Our recitals are programmed in collaboration with leading music colleges and charities, providing a platform for the stars of tomorrow. Discover exceptional talent in a unique settting.
Free admission | Donations welcome
Whether £5 or any amount you’re able to give. Donations can be made in cash in the basket on your way out, or by tap donation at the machines at our exits. Your generosity helps support our cultural events and charitable services. Thank you.
Programme
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Artist Bio
Graduating with First Class Distinction in 2024 from the esteemed Royal College of Music in London, under the tutelage of Professor Nigel Clayton, she earned a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Performance degree. She was a recipient of the C. Bechstein Scholarship and the holder of the Help Musicians Postgraduate Awards. She is now a Trustee of the Talent Unlimited Charity.
Most notably, Cristiana has been awarded the 2023 London Symphony Orchestra Conservatoire Scholarship, amplifying her musical studies with performing opportunities and mentorship throughout the 2023-2024 concert season. Cristiana performed under the baton of Gianandrea Noseda, Sakari Oramo, Sabin Pautza, John Andrews and Constantin Grigore with orchestras such as London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Camerata and Trinity Orchestra.
Renowned for her exceptional solo and chamber performances, Cristiana has received laurels from various international music competitions, such as the ‘Norah Sande 2022 Awards’, ‘Intercollegiate Piano Trio Society’ Competition and the ‘Youth of Music’ International Competition. In addition, she achieved the distinction of being a semifinalist in the prestigious ROSL 2023 Music Competition.
Her performances have graced esteemed venues across the UK and internationally, including the illustrious Queen Elizabeth Hall in London, the enchanting Haddo Arts Festival in Scotland, and the iconic Romanian Atheneum in Bucharest. Cristiana’s repertoire is diverse, encompassing classical, contemporary, jazz, and folk music. She has a particular affinity for Romanian folk music, which she has explored in her piano solo compositions since 2019.
In addition to her performing career, she is passionate advocate for music education. Cristiana served as a Benedetti Foundation Music Ambassador, contributing to creative projects alongside violinist Nicola Benedetti. She is also a Visiting Piano Teacher at Finton House School and at the World Heart Beat Music Academy. In 2024, she founded Piano-Travel, an online platform connecting pianists with global music events and budget-friendly travel resources. In summer of 2024, she was awarded the RCM Accelerate Scheme prize which further supports her entrepreneurial project.
Where is it happening?
St James's Church, Piccadilly, 197 Piccadilly, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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