Chavez Twins and Abi Baker at Lauderdale House London

Published: 2022-09-15
Author: Disabled World | Contact: Disabled World (Disabled-World.com)
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Synopsis: Acclaimed visually impaired musicians the Chavez Twins and Abi Baker team up for Classic Women with Inner Vision event at Lauderdale House London. The Buenos Aires-born musicians started losing their eyesight in their teenage years due to the rare genetic disorder Stargardt's Disease, becoming totally blind ten years ago. The multi-talented instrumentalist and teacher Abi Baker who studied at the Royal College of Music, are Accompanying them.

Definition

Stargardt's Disease: Stargardt disease (STGD), also known as juvenile macular degeneration, Macular dystrophy with flecks, type 1, Stargardt macular degeneration, is a rare genetic eye disease that happens when fatty material builds up on the macula - the small part of the retina needed for sharp, central vision. Vision loss usually starts in childhood - but some people with Stargardt disease don’t start to lose sight until they're adults. The estimated prevalence of Stargardt macular degeneration is 1 in 8,000 to 10,000 individuals. There’s no treatment for Stargardt disease, but vision rehabilitation can help people make the most of their remaining vision.

Main Digest

Acclaimed piano duo and identical blind twins Fabiana and Paula Chavez have wowed audiences all over the world (most recently at the Commonwealth closing ceremonies) with their blind four handed piano playing. Now, alongside accompanying acclaimed blind musician Abi Baker (who performed the 2012 Paralympic closing ceremony), they are hosting 'Classic Women with Inner Vision' a night to celebrate blind female musician at London's Lauderdale House.

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Classic Women with Inner Vision - The Chavez Twins and Abi Baker

Argentinian acclaimed piano duo, identical twins Fabiana and Paula Chávez, and the widely celebrated violinist Abi Baker will showcase a night of classical Western and folk music. The performance, entitled 'Classic Women with Inner Vision: Chávez Twins & Abi Baker', will be held at London's Lauderdale House - 7:30 pm, Friday 16th September, by the blind musicians.

The night will be the latest in Chávez's UK-based shows since taking residence in the country and following on from their performance in Victoria Square for the Festival alongside the Birmingham Commonwealth games.

Piano duo identical blind twins Fabiana and Paula Chavez and violinist Abi Baker.

The Buenos Aires-born musicians started losing their eyesight in their teenage years due to the rare genetic disorder Stargardt's Disease, becoming totally blind ten years ago. They play four-handed piano, completing their masters at Trinity Laban Conservatoire in Greenwich. They started playing the piano together when they were sighted and said they felt like one when they played together.

The multi-talented instrumentalist and teacher Abi Baker who studied at the Royal College of Music, are Accompanying them. Well-versed in the piano, clarinet, and violin, she has previously performed at Glastonbury and the closing ceremony of the 2012 Paralympic Games.

The night is a production of the Baluji Music Foundation. Founded in 2008 by Baluji Shrivastav OBE, the foundation runs the Inner Vision Orchestra, bringing together visually impaired musicians from around the globe, including the Chavez Twins and Abi Baker. The foundation and orchestra promote diversity through music, educating and bringing awareness of artistic styles from all backgrounds.

The Chavez Twins - Classic FM Profile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9h9wpCz6nI
Abi Baker - Baluji Music Foundation Profile: https://www.balujimusicfoundation.org/artist/abi-baker

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