Llangollen International Eisteddfod welcomes new music director
A prestigious music festival has announced its eighth music director and first ever Greek national to hold the title.
Portfolio musician with international experience, Vicky Yannoula, is joining the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod following successful positions at Trinity College London, Middlesex University and the Drake Calleja Trust.
"As soon as I saw the role advertised online, I was instantly drawn to it," she said. "I already knew of the Llangollen Eisteddfod due to the incredibly special place it holds in the world’s musical calendar.
"It’s such an honour to be appointed. The organisation's heritage and global prominence along with the team's vision, passion and sense of purposefulness are a huge source of inspiration to me. It is a privilege to be joining this superb team and I am overjoyed that we shall be working together towards a dynamic International Eisteddfod for 2018."
Since moving from Corfu to London in 1995 to study at the Royal College of Music, Vicky’s list of accomplishments has made her a notable pianist on stages around the world and seen her collaborate with a wealth of international artists.
Chairman of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, Dr Rhys Davies, said: "We’re excited to see Vicky add her personal flair to next year’s festival and use her extensive international experience to further cement the International Eisteddfod on a global stage. Her impressive background will ensure the International Eisteddfod continues to grow and develop reaching new audiences nationally as well as globally."
To discover more about the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod visit llangollen.net
