MUSIC THAT LIVES
The 19th Century Music Salon
Keeping Music Alive
Music That Lives and The Tonal Composers’ Society is an award-winning artistic initiative dedicated to preserving and bringing to life Britain’s classical music heritage.
Much of our historic classical music heritage is fragile and at risk of being lost. Instruments, manuscripts and early editions deserve careful preservation, but their value is fully realised only when they are heard, studied, and experienced.
We are committed to keeping this heritage alive: performing on historic musical instruments, safeguarding manuscripts and early editions, inspiring and supporting contemporary tonal composers, and connecting with young generation to ensure the tradition continues.
By bringing these treasures into the present, we help tonal classical music remain a living, evolving art - a legacy that resonates today and for generations to come.
We extend our deepest gratitude to all who support us - from devoted friends, colleagues, and collaborators, to generous patrons and donors of historic instruments. Every act of encouragement and support sustains the tonal tradition we cherish, inspires new works, and helps preserve Britain’s rich classical music history.
FEATURED THIS SEASON
Tyler Hay: Album Launch
Friday 18 September, 2026
19:00 - 22:00
Critically acclaimed virtuoso pianist Tyler Hay presents the launch of his new album dedicated to the music of John Field.
Tyler will perform works by Frédéric Chopin, John Field and Misty Jade, culminating in Franz Liszt's monumental Piano Sonata in B minor.
Quanta Trio: cello, piano, violin
Friday 6 November, 2026
19.00 - 22:00
Quanta Trio brings together three musicians grounded in the classical tradition, each equally at home in the worlds of improvisation and contemporary music. Their programme places Mendelssohn’s celebrated PianoTrio No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 49 at its heart, alongside original works by Shirley Smart, Anouar Brahem and Peter Michaels, traditional material, and Mediterranean-influenced improvisations.
Leslie Howard – piano
Friday 4 December, 2026
19:00 - 22:00
Leslie Howard, an Australian virtuoso pianist, musicologist and composer, presents a programme celebrating the masters of the 19th century. He is best known for being the only pianist to have recorded the complete solo piano works of Franz Liszt, a project which included more than 300 premiere recordings.
Live Music Venue of The Year 2026/27:
London & South East
A wonderful recognition of a beautiful and daring vision brought to life.
Yet this is not simply a beautiful room filled with unique keyboard instruments by candlelight. It is a living legacy, carried forward with every recital, every artist, and every soul who crosses the threshold of our Salon.
Because with each and every passing day, we are closer to saying goodbye to these valuable and rare instruments, and irreplaceable history and legacy that they carry.
Nevertheless, our work and mission continue.
Early English Harpsichord Music
with
Nathaniel Mander
