Serena Leader is a highly accomplished violinist of formidable technique, remarkable tone production and notable musical intelligence. Her performances, characterised by extraordinary sensitivity and passion, are not to be missed.’
Barry Millington
UPCOMING
Who is Serena ?
Serena Leader was a celebrated child violinist in Holland, the Netherlands where she grew up. By the age of 14 she had performed as soloist with orchestra in the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, including performances on television and radio.
She has won violin competitions in both The Netherlands and in the UK.
Serena has been a regular recitalist at London venues including The Wigmore Hall together with the eminent pianist Gordon Back, as well as a soloist with orchestra.
‘Miss Leader’s fresh and radiant tone, rhythmic vitality and expressive focus characterised the whole recital, ‘resilient silvery tone at the highest register glowed ’
Malcolm Miller : Musicologist and Critic
An Evening with Janice Watson
All Saints Church, Borehamwood 11th May 2025
Soprano: Janice Watson
The Barry Solomon Trio:
– Barry Solomon – oboe
– Serena Leader – violin
– Derek Holland – Keyboard
“Virtuoso Violinist.”
Elstree Mozart Players
Serena has made guest appearances with the well-known Hungarian violinist, Roby Lakatos at London’s famous Ronnie Scott’s Club. She has also been a founder member and toured regularly with the multicultural World Music Band Berakah, supported for many years by the British Arts Council.
“Virtuoso Violinist.”
Elstree Mozart Players
Serena has made guest appearances with the well-known Hungarian violinist, Roby Lakatos at London’s famous Ronnie Scott’s Club. She has also been a founder member and toured regularly with the multicultural World Music Band Berakah, supported for many years by the British Arts Council.