Gus is a recent graduate in English from Trinity College, Cambridge. He is especially attracted to music of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the piano and its history.
The rising Icelandic piano star made his Proms debut alongside conductor Paavo Järvi and London's Philharmonia Orchestra, in a programme that seamlessly shifted between Classical, Baroque and Modern styles.
In an expertly considered programme, the Berlin-based ensemble brought together classical revolutionaries with modern homage to shine fascinating light on the form.
The venerable Russian maestro and Conductor Laureate led the Philharmonia in an all-Russian programme with sensitive charm, youthful fire, and emotional range, with outstanding soloist Esther Yoo.
