Nicholas McCarthy
Nicholas McCarthy is a distinguished pianist recognized for his unique ability to perform with one hand, a skill he has honed after losing his right hand at birth. He will perform Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand at the Proms in 2025, marking a significant moment in the festival's history.
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Recent news mentions
Nicholas McCarthy, the world's only one-handed pianist, was highlighted during the Proms season.
Queen give the BBC Proms a Rhapsodic send-off
United Kingdom· 2025-09-14
Nicholas McCarthy is a pianist who has captivated audiences with his performances despite being the only professional pianist in the world with one hand.
Nicholas McCarthy, il pianista senza una mano che ha incantato Londra
Italy· 2025-07-22
Nicholas McCarthy is a one-handed pianist who performs Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.
Left turns: How a terrible war injury led to the birth of one-handed piano music | Classical musicUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-16
Nicholas McCarthy will perform Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand at the Proms.
BBC announces 2025 Proms lineup – including first female-fronted Last Night | Classical musicUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-23
