An acclaimed pianist is performing near Blisland on Saturday to raise money for four musical charities.

Libby Burgess will be taking to the stage at Lavethan Barn at 4.30pm.

A Cornish cream tea and a chance to explore the gardens are included in the ticket price.

The event is part of a challenge to perform Bach’s ‘48’ in every one of England’s 48 counties to raise funds. Bach’s ‘48’, also known as The Well-Tempered Clavier, is only rarely performed in its entirety. 

The work covers a wealth of emotions. 

Each of the 48 preludes and fugues lasts only a few minutes, but they explore a wealth of characters, styles and moods.

Project 48 is supporting the charities, Help Musicians, Live Music Now, Future Talent and Youth Music.

Between them, these charities help musicians every year, offering financial support, creating opportunities, addressing inequalities and altogether safeguarding the future of the music world.

Libby is well-known on concert stages across Britain, playing in the country’s major halls and festivals, on Radio 3, and on a range of recordings. 

Praised by the Observer for her ‘warm, sensitive pianism’, Libby collaborates with many of the UK’s finest instrumentalists and singers when not taking on country-wide solo projects.

Tickets can be booked through www.carntocove.co.uk