Milverton Concert Society is welcoming violinist Julia Hwang and pianist Weng Soon Tee on Friday (May 3).

These exceptional musicians are rising young stars embarking on their professional careers. Despite their young age they are both seasoned performers and the society is excited they are able to fit a return visit to Milverton into their busy schedule.

Julia Hwang gave her professional solo debut with the English National Baroque Chamber Orchestra at the age of nine. She recorded two CDs at the ages of 11 and 12, and, also at the age of 12, performed with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

She has been a veteran of the concert stage for many years and has played on live television and radio. Her numerous solo appearances with orchestras internationally have led to an ever-increasing schedule of concerts in the UK and abroad.

She is performing Poulenc – Sonata for Violin and Piano, Beethoven – Sonata No.8 and Frolov – Concert Fantasy on themes from Porgy and Bess.

Malaysian-born pianist Weng Soon Tee was a pupil at Queen’s College, Taunton, and furthered his studies at the Royal Academy of Music.

He has performed as a soloist with Taunton Sinfonietta and Somerset County Orchestra, and recently won the Watford International piano competition where he was praised by the judges for ‘representing the music in a sincere and understated way’ and for being a pianist of ‘exceptional imagination’.

He is performing Beethoven – Op2 No 2 and Janacek – In the Mists.

The concert, in St Michael’s Church, starts at 7pm. Tickets are available from ticket source.co.uk