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    Sarah Gardner at Classic FM Live

    Check out what teen pianist Sarah Gardner got up to at our 20th birthday Classic FM Live performance at the Royal Albert Hall.

    1. Sarah Gardner Classic FM Live 2012

      1. Sarah Gardner chats to Tim Lihoreau

      Before going on stage, Sarah chatted with Tim. After winning 'The Next Brit Thing' competition, she's been given the opportunity to play live at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: Richard Johnson

    2. Sarah Gardner and Tim Lihoreau at Classic FM Live

      2. Sarah Gardner and Tim Lihoreau

      Sarah and Tim stop for a quick photo call after the short orchestral rehearsal. Picture: Richard Johnson

    3. Classic FM Live 2012

      3. Sarah Gardner on stage at Classic FM Live 2012

      The Royal Albert Hall was at full capacity to watch Sarah's debut performance in the building. Here's hoping there will be many more in years to come. Picture: Matt Crossick/PA

    4. Sarah Gardner at Classic FM Live 2012

      4. Sarah Gardner plays Rachmaninov at Classic FM Live 2012

      Sarah plays Rachmaninov's Prelude in G minor. The piece was premiered in 1903. Picture: Matt Crossick/PA

    5. Sarah Gardner at Classic FM Live 2012

      5. Sarah Gardner on stage at the Royal Albert Hall

      The powerful piano chords in Rachmaninov's prelude were a perfect pairing with his second piano concerto, which HJ Lim played immediately afterwards. Picture: Matt Crossick/PA

    6. Sarah Gardner at Classic FM Live 2012

      6. Sarah Gardner at Classic FM Live 2012

      Sarah showed her levels of professionalism by playing from memory. Picture: Matt Crossick/PA

    7. Sarah Gardner at Classic FM Live 2012

      7. Sarah Gardner Classic FM Live 2012 With Nissan Note: Performances

      Sarah started playing the piano at the age of 7, just 10 years ago. She's taught by David Murray, head of keyboards at the Sage, Gateshead. Picture: Matt Crossick/PA

    8. Sarah Gardner  at Classic FM Live 2012

      8. Sarah Gardner Classic FM Live 2012 With Nissan Note: Performances

      Sarah takes a bow after her powerful performance. After taking her A levels in Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Music, she might consider applying for music college. Picture: Matt Crossick/PA

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