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Riyad Nicolas is an International Syrian British Pianist and a Multi-Prize Winner. He currently teaches Piano at the Guildhall School of Music

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Riyad Nicolas
2 years
I am thrilled to share some happy moments performing Bach Concerto with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, organised by @BMGFoundation . I hope it brighten your Sunday ❤️ Full YouTube video is here: . . #Pianist #Musica #orchestra #piano #classic
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Riyad Nicolas
4 months
A short sample video recording of 8 pieces from my last Piano recital in Colyton. What is your favourite piece? 🙂 . . . #love #instagood #photooftheday #videooftheday #Wednesdaymotivation #Art #ArtisticExpression #positivevibes #musicwednesday #Throwbacksaturday #music
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
3 years
It is so special to perform again several live concerts dedicated to @Schubert for @ConcertsinWest . The first one was in @Bridport . Have a lovely Sunday :)
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Riyad Nicolas
1 month
I hope Chopin's Mazurka in C major, Op. 24 No. 2 brings some joy and cheer to end of your week :) Watch all Mazurkas Op. 24 on YouTube at the following link . . . #motivation #firdayvibes #mazurka #chopin #dance #pianoplayer #musica #ClassicalMusic
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
2 years
Last day of the summer term @guildhallschool of music reading with my student Julia the gorgeous Waltz of Flowers (from the Nutcracker Suit) by Tchaikovsky. I hope it will cheer your weekends :) . . . #Tchaikovsky #waltz #nutcracker #pianoduet #piano #pianist #pianoplayer #duet
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Riyad Nicolas
4 months
Chopin’s Polonaise Fantasie run-through before the concert (Coda)🔥 . . . #chopin #practice #music #polonaise #piano #classical #video #love
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Riyad Nicolas
1 year
Being a part of this event @RoyalAcadMusic to celebrate the extraordinary life of Professor Sulamita Aronovsky holds immense significance for me.Your memory and influence will forever resonate within the hearts of those you touched! RIP . #piano #pianista #music #celebrations
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Riyad Nicolas
3 months
Here’s an 8:30-minute collection from the first half of my solo piano recital at Aberystwyth music festival last Saturday, featuring Schumann’s “Kreisleriana” and Liszt’s “Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2”. What is your favourite piece/movement in the video ? 😎 @MuFestAber . . . #music
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Riyad Nicolas
3 years
Watch video in full @ At this difficult time, I very much hope that Schubert Sonata D 664 will bring you "peace and joy". I also would like to take this chance to thank @TeamYouTube for their help to reinstate my youtube channel. Have a wonderful Sunday!
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Riyad Nicolas
2 years
The earthquake in Syria last week has shaken me to my core, especially after 12 years of war in Syria. I hope this new video of Chopin Etude brings you some hope! Full Youtube link: #earthquakesyria #chopin #piano #hope #music #love #SyriaTurkeyEarthquake
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
2 years
I am very excited to be performing solo Piano pieces and duets for Violin and Piano with my @MarielaShaker for @albustanseeds on Saturday 3rd December at 5 pm. If you are in Philadelphia, you can still purchase your tickets from # #piano #violin #love
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Riyad Nicolas
5 months
Excited to be performing a solo Piano recital for the Chopin Society! Join me on 26th of May at 4:30 pm at Westminster Cathedral Hall in London. Tickets: . . . #piano #pianoconcert #live #londonevent #music #chopin
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
3 years
Best Melodie by Gluck performed with my best partner @MarielaShaker ❤ What is your favourite slow piece? 😎 Watch new video in full on youtube: #piano #musicians #pianomusic #keyboard #musica #violin #classicalmusic #Gluck #motivation #art #followers
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Riyad Nicolas
2 months
@WhatsApp @WhatsAppSupport I would really appreciate if you could please unlock the what’s up number above . Thank you so much 🙏
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Riyad Nicolas
9 years
I very much enjoyed performing with @MarielaShaker at the Kennedy centre @kencen in Washington few days ago :) http://t.co/llCBxLp5SO
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Riyad Nicolas
5 years
Thank you Martin Hughes for inviting me again to perform a solo Piano Recital at the Hexham Abbey Festival. I was so much touched by the warmth and the enthusiasm of the audience in Hexham, and I...
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Riyad Nicolas
4 months
I am so looking forward to performing a solo piano concert in Colyton tomorrow, featuring works by Schumann, Liszt, Roustom, and Succari. It would be great to see you if you are close to East Devon :) . . . #SaturdayVibes #Saturday #PositiveVibes #motivationfriday
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Riyad Nicolas
4 months
Excited to play an intimate solo piano concert this Saturday, July 6th, at Der Bunglehoff in Hove/Brighton! 🎹 If you're around, come enjoy some Arabic and Western Piano music! 😊 #music #piano #live #hove #concert
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
6 years
An unforgettable experience performing a piano concert at the stunning Bridgwater Hall in Manchester few days ago! Huge thanks goes to the Manchester mid-day Concert Society <3
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
A very nice Steinway piano at my lunch time concert at Riverhouse and it is a sunny day in London today :D
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Riyad Nicolas
5 years
It was a very intimate solo piano concert at Farley Festival in Salisbury! I was so happy to play there again! Huge thanks to everyone who was present and particularly to Nicholas Walker- whom I have learnt a lot from during my studies at the Royal Academy of Music :)
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
Just saw this article "First ever Syrian to enter prestigious Leeds International Piano Competition". Merry...
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Riyad Nicolas
2 years
Some photos from solo Piano recital with an entire programme dedicated to Schubert @IlminsterArts for @ConcertsinWest . Enjoy your Sunday :)
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
7 years
Hello guys, I would be most grateful if anyone could recommend a place to practice piano in Malta or may know someone who has piano there. Please inbox if you do! Thank you x
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Riyad Nicolas
10 years
I thoroughly enjoyed playing for @ChopinSoc yesterday and thank you for every one who came and support my recital,It means a lot ot me :)
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Riyad Nicolas
11 years
On the way back to London from Lincoln with @YukaIshizuka It is always so much fun to share the stage with Yuka :) http://t.co/CJjCB1hAJS
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Riyad Nicolas
1 year
A throwback photo on a sunny Sunday morning playing Piano with the Choir of St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Woodford Green. It was great fun! 😎 #fun #piano #choir #love #Musica #sunny #photooftheday
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Riyad Nicolas
5 years
Despite all the unrest in Syria, I am happy to see young pianists under 18 taking part at the Solhi Al Wadi Piano Competition in Damascus.They deserve to have many music activities going on ! "Music is a great healing balm and a great way to forget...
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
10 months
Reflecting on a wonderful musical journey @wgprep , where I got to perform some Schumann music, alongside Emily Henderson. It was an absolute joy sharing the beauty of classical music with the students. Happy New Year :) . . . #music #pianist #school #student #fun
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
It feels great to take a complete day off in the mid of the week especially after a solo piano recital in...
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Riyad Nicolas
16 days
Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of performing another concert at Michael’s Church at Bray featuring works of Syrian composers Dia Succari, Kareem Roustom, @walidalhajjar , and Zaid Jabri. It was a lovely surprise to see one of my young students in the audience! The Yamaha piano
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Riyad Nicolas
2 years
It was such a joy as an encore two of my favourite Arabic tunes by Fairuz/Al Rahbani transcribed to Piano by Dia Al Succari at St. John’s Smith Square. Huge thanks goes to @BMGFoundation Full Youtube video: #فيروزيات #فيروز #arabic #piano #Syria
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Riyad Nicolas
4 months
Here is a live video recording of one of my favourite nostalgic Mazurkas by Chopin: Mazurka Op. 24, No. 1. While Chopin's primary influences were firmly rooted in the Western classical tradition, I particularly love the subtle Eastern European flavour he brings to this piece with
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Riyad Nicolas
19 days
I’m excited to share some photos from my recent concert at @poundarts October 10, 2024! I had the privilege of performing unique compositions by brilliant Syrian composers Dia Al Succari, Zaid Jabri, @Kareemrouston , and @walidalhajjar . These pieces are especially close to my
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
3 months
@rmfrank917 @BMGFoundation Thank you so much :)
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Riyad Nicolas
3 years
Three year anniversary, and a life time in love with my one and only @marielashaker @ London, United Kingdom
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
Solo piano concert at Berkhamsted Music Society went well , and I am excited for the upcoming 3 concerts in the...
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
I am grateful for my new teaching position at the JD Guildhall School of Music :)
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
I added a video to a @YouTube playlist Riyad Nicolas plays Kareem Roustom: 'Enough, I intended to leave you'
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Riyad Nicolas
5 years
What an intimate Assembly Hall at King's Lynn Music Society!! I was very happy to perform there again after around 7 years :D
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Riyad Nicolas
5 years
It has been truly a very special experience to perform again in Cadogan Hall in London for Hands up for Syria foundation!
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
Finally enjoy Christmas break with Mariela Shaker and wishing you all a peaceful holiday xx
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
at The St. George's Park Hotel
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
ITV Border interview before my performance at Carlisle Music Society !...
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
Solo piano concert at Berkhamsted Music Society went well , and 3 more to go in the next 10 days !
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Riyad Nicolas
4 years
Happy bank holiday to all my facebook friends from Richmond Riverside/London. "Disconnect to reconnect" ;) @ Richmond Riverside
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Riyad Nicolas
4 months
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4 months
The Summer Jazz Concert was spectacular, showcasing our growing music department. Over 90 pupils in Years 3-6 performed with passion. The cabaret-style venue added to the ambiance, making the evening unforgettable. Thanks to Mrs. Henderson for taking WGPS music to another level!
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Riyad Nicolas
6 years
Just won the first prize (Grand Slam) at the Liszt Ference International Piano Competition during my visit to Budapest- Hungary :)
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Riyad Nicolas
6 years
It was a very enjoyable trip to perform at the Aegean Arts festival in Crete and also SWIM before playing;). I am so much looking forward to perform in London twice this week at St Mary's Perivale on Tuesday...
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Riyad Nicolas
2 years
I am thrilled for my student Zehao , who received a “Distinction” in ABRSM grade 8 🙂
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Riyad Nicolas
6 years
Here is a sample video performing my favourite Mozart Piano Concerto (D minor. K 466) with members/friends from the Expat Syrian Orchestra in Bern-Switzerland some time ago...
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Riyad Nicolas
1 year
Thank you for all the lovely birthday wishes, they made my day! I had a fantastic day with my @MarielaShaker @kewgardens <3 . . . #birthday #love #family #ChristmasLights
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Riyad Nicolas
11 days
🎶 Chicago friends! 🎶 I invite you to join me for a special concert dedicated to unique Syrian compositions at St. Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall, Lewis University (101 W Airpot Rd, Romeoville, IL 60446) this Tuesday, October 22nd, at 7:30 PM. The entrance is free! Here’s
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Riyad Nicolas
1 year
I am pleased to share with you my performance of Etude No. 1 by the Syrian composer Walid Al Hajjar-who lives now in Syria. A challenging dramatic etude! It has a wonderful mid-eastern melody in the middle followed by a huge climax. Full link is here
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Riyad Nicolas
1 month
@BaibaMennika I totally agree , thank you !!!!
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Riyad Nicolas
2 months
@WhatsApp @whatsappsupport @WhatsApp Please unlock the WhatsApp number of my bro +31 6 84045007. It was locked accidentally by his daughter. He has been on what’s up for many years. Please reply !! Thank you 🙏
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Riyad Nicolas
3 years
@TeamYouTube Thank you so much, I am immensely grateful for your help. I would love to keep publishing my music/piano videos on YouTube and to follow very closely YouTube guidelines in the future. Eagerly waiting to hear from you.Thank you!
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Riyad Nicolas
5 months
It was so special, as always, to perform a program very close to my heart for the Chopin Society last Sunday. I am so grateful to the attentive audience who came to my concert, including friends, students and members of the society. #concert #chopin #live #music #happy #success
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Riyad Nicolas
6 years
I am looking forward for my solo piano concert tomorrow 7th October 7:30 pm on Sunday at Staller Hall in Manchester for Rethink Rebuild Society during celebrating Syria festival. It is a free entrance and hope to see many familiar faces from...
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Riyad Nicolas
2 months
@WhatsAppSupport @WhatsApp could you please unlock my brother what’s up number at your earliest convenience. The number of Bassel Nicolas is 0031684045007 . His little daughter accidentally locked it, and he is not receiving the code or a call to get access to it. Thank you
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@RiyadNicolas
Riyad Nicolas
7 months
Leaving Dartford Grammar School after teaching piano has been rewarding. I'll cherish memoris with talented students and the warm atmposphere, especially Anna and Gina's smiles. Grateful of the experience gained.Will miss you all #dartfordgrammarschool #piano #students #thankyou
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Riyad Nicolas
3 years
@TeamYouTube I can not thank you enough for your help and support. Apologies again for not deleing these private videos before. I will make sure to follow very closely your policy in the future. I am over the moon now :)
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Riyad Nicolas
4 years
Just posted a video @ Highams Park
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
@davemorrissey64 Thank you David ,it was our pleasure and how very kind of you!
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Riyad Nicolas
6 years
I am looking forward for my solo piano concert tomorrow 7th October 7:30 pm on Sunday at Staller Hall in Manchester for Rethink Rebuild Society during celebrating Syria festival. It is a free entrance and hope to see many...
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Riyad Nicolas
6 years
7th of May is a very special day when Tchikovsky and Brahms were born. On that particular day Syria also opened the Damascus Opera house when I was honoured to perform the Beethoven Choral Fantasie with SNSO and Maestro Missak Baghbouderian at...
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
@carlislemus_soc had an amazing time playing for Carlise Music Society
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Riyad Nicolas
5 years
I am very excited to perform in Cadogan Hall some solo piano pieces on Wednesday 12 June at 7:30 pm . I will be sharing the stage with Dame Uchida Mitsuko and other artists. This is a fundraising concert for Hands up for Syria...
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Riyad Nicolas
3 years
Three year marriage anniversary, and a life time in love with my one abd only @marielashaker @ London, United Kingdom
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Riyad Nicolas
8 years
ITV Border interview before my performance at Carlisle Music Society !...
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Riyad Nicolas
7 years
Francaix Nocturne and Scherzo for piano are great compositions and sadly not performed often. Hope you will...
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