AN international award winner will be the next visiting name to appear in the Grange-over-Sands and District Concert Club's 2016 programme.

Former BBC Young Musician of the Year finalist Sarah Beth Briggs performs at the Victoria Hall, in Grange, on Friday April 8, following a successful season's opener from Jess Gillam and Elliott Gaston-Ross.

Pianist Sarah is a leading recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musician, who is renowned not only for her performances but also for her engaging and informative introductions to recital programmes.

Her professional career was launched when she became the youngest-ever finalist in the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition, and four years later was the joint-winner of the International Mozart Competition in Salzburg. 

She has appeared in many countries including prestigious appearances with the Vienna Chamber Orchestra and with all the major British orchestras.

Her musical interpretations have been broadcast internationally on radio and television, while recital work has taken her to Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy and the USA.

A popular artist at societies and festivals, Sarah has been acclaimed by promoters and critics alike.

Her programme in Grange will include works by Chopin, Debussy, Haydn and Beethoven including the "Pathetique" Sonata.

The concert on Friday 8 begins at 8pm, and admission is payable on the door.