Sedbergh MF 2026: Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
About
The internationally-acclaimed pianist performs at Sedbergh Music Festival 2026.Jeneba Kanneh-Mason has rapidly established herself as a compelling and mature
pianist, praised for her musical insight, technical skill, and engaging stage presence. She
made her international debut at the BBC Proms performing Florence Price’s Concerto,
which she later recorded with Chineke! and Leslie Suganandarajah, released by Decca
Classics in 2023. Now an exclusive Sony Classical Artist, her debut solo album Fantasie
(2025) received critical acclaim, earning Classic FM’s Album of the Week, praise from
Gramophone, and an Edison Award nomination. 2025 and 2026 highlights include touring
North America, performing with the Florida Orchestra, North Carolina Symphony, San
Antonio Philharmonic, as well as making her debut solo recital tour. She has debuted with
major European orchestras, toured extensively in the UK, and worked with renowned
conductors. A BBC Young Musician finalist, she has also been featured on television and
radio, including Radio 3, In Tune, The BAFTAs, The Royal Variety Performance and the BBC
documentaries ‘Young, Gifted and Classical’ and ‘This House is Full of Music’
Date
Friday 26 June 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (UTC+00)Location
St Andrew's Church
Finkle St, Sedbergh, LA10 5BZ