Category: Piano
-
Youngest UK Pub Pianist Revives Tradition with 4,300 Songs
Trev Woodison, known as Trev the Pianoman, is the UK’s youngest traditional pub pianist, preserving a fading art form. With a repertoire of over 4,000 songs, he caters to pub-goers’ diverse requests, spanning all music genres. Unlike musicians with setlists, Trev’s performances are dictated by his audience. The Pianist | $19.22 His dedication to this…
-
Pianist’s Pro-Gaza Stance Costs Melbourne Symphony Orchestra $3.3M
An incident involving a pianist at the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has resulted in significant financial repercussions, costing the orchestra $3.3 million. The pianist, Jayson Gillham, reportedly turned his recital into a pro-Gaza demonstration, prompting the orchestra to cancel his upcoming performance, leading to subsequent legal disputes and the dismissal of the orchestra’s managing director. The…
-
Renowned Pianist Maria João Pires Faces Health Setback
Renowned pianist Maria João Pires is facing a setback as news emerges of her recent health issue. Reports from Portuguese media reveal that Pires, who is set to celebrate her 81st birthday next month, has had to cancel a concert in Faro scheduled for June 18th due to a ‘slight stroke.’ The Pianist | $19.22…
-
Musician’s Tribute: Vincenzo Pandolfi Honors Love in Melancholic Performance
Vincenzo Pandolfi’s love story with Elaine began in 1971 when a chance encounter in an Italian restaurant altered the course of their lives. Introduced by Vincenzo’s father, the English girl behind him turned out to be Elaine, an Australian woman who would become the love of his life. The Pianist | $19.22 United by their…
-
Robi Botos Honors Jazz Legend Oscar Peterson’s Enduring Legacy
Robi Botos, a pianist, reflects on the lasting impact of jazz legend Oscar Peterson as the centennial tour in his honor continues. Botos, who grew up in Budapest, shares how he and his father bonded over Peterson’s music, a connection that transcended the ban on jazz music in Hungary under Soviet influence. The Pianist |…
-
Robi Botos Honors Jazz Icon Oscar Peterson Through Music
Robi Botos, a talented pianist, has been deeply influenced by the music of jazz legend Oscar Peterson since his childhood in Budapest. Despite the restrictions on jazz music during the Soviet control of Hungary, Botos and his father bonded over Peterson’s music, finding solace in the few albums that managed to make their way into…
-
Melbourne Composer Rose Riebl Inspires Creativity Amidst Chaos
In a year overshadowed by uncertainty and upheaval, the power of music to reignite creative sparks proved itself once again. For many, music acts as a conduit to emotions and memories, offering solace and inspiration in times of turmoil. Such was the case for one writer who, grappling with writer’s block amidst the chaos of…
-
Hong Kong Pianist Aristo Sham Wins Cliburn International Piano Competition
Hong Kong pianist Aristo Sham made history by winning the prestigious Cliburn competition in the United States. Sham, 29, clinched the gold medal and a cash prize of US$100,000 after outperforming five other finalists at the 17th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in Texas. This victory marked a significant milestone for Sham, becoming the first…
-
Pianist Kariné Poghosyan Honors Khachaturian at Carnegie Hall
Kariné Poghosyan recently took the stage at Carnegie Hall to pay tribute to Aram Khachaturian, an iconic figure in the world of classical music. Despite the restrictions on expressing ethnic identity during the Soviet era, Khachaturian managed to infuse his music with Armenian influences and a sense of national pride that resonated with audiences. The…
-
Government House Fosters Young Pianist’s Talent with Mentorship
Ben, a budding pianist and one of the Governor’s Sparks of the Future from Dianella Primary College, recently had a remarkable experience at Government House Western Australia. Thanks to the Government House Foundation, Ben and his parents were invited to the Government House Ballroom to enjoy a captivating classical music performance. The Pianist | $19.22…