Australian pianist Matthew Ardern is a dynamic young performer based in Armidale, New South Wales. In 2024, he completed a Master of Music in Piano Performance at Excelsia University College, graduating with distinction in his final recital performing Rachmaninov Concerto No. 3 from memory. Widely regarded as one of the most demanding works in the piano repertoire, the concerto showcased both his technical command and musical maturity.

Matthew’s studies and performances have encompassed a broad range of repertoire and styles, with a particular affinity for the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frédéric Chopin, Moritz Moszkowski, Ignaz Friedman, Alexander Scriabin and Sergei Rachmaninov. He has appeared as concerto soloist with the Wollongong Symphony Orchestra, Central Coast Symphony Orchestra and Armidale Symphony Orchestra.

For this recital, Matthew presents a vibrant and contrasting program that will include works by Bach, Chopin’s dramatic Piano Sonata No. 2, Scriabin’s visionary Sonata No. 9, and a selection of Rachmaninoff Preludes. The program highlights the expressive depth, virtuosity and colour that define Matthew’s artistry as a performer.