In Memoriam Eugene Sarbu

The great Romanian violinist Eugene Sarbu died in London on 21 July 2024. A true ambassador of Romanian culture worldwide and an active supporter of his home country, maestro Sarbu was a laureate of several major competitions and enjoyed a truly impressive international solo and recital performance career. We are honoured to remember his life and work during an extraordinary event featuring his sister, pianist Carmina Sarbu, who accompanied the violinist in many unforgettable recitals, such as the one in 1997 when he was invited by HM King Charles III to perform at St. James’s Palace.

Carmina Sarbu will share lesser-known aspects of Eugene Sarbu's career and life in a conversation with Aura Woodward, Director of the Romanian Cultural Institute in London and former BBC broadcaster. The audience will also be able to hear and see Maestro in various recordings taken during his long and fruitful career. This event is part…