15
Have you ever talked to a friend or relative via Skype? Via webcam? Using the interwebs?
Well, that same techmology allows us to work together as musicians — as teacher and student — from literally anywhere in the world.
Many universities and conservatories make use of webcam instruction.
As an Atlanta-based pianist and teacher, I think it’s pretty amazing to be at home in the mountains of north Georgia and give a lesson to someone in Germany.
Yes, the internet is full of all kinds of craziness, but come, let us reason together. As the phoenix doth rise out of the ashes, so shall we — with piano lessons over a webcam!
All joking aside, this is a great way to have regular lessons or an occasional coaching. Maybe you’d like to brush up on a recital or competition program, or to have a freakin’ genius help you with a specific problem.
All you need is Skype (or equivalent, such as Windows Live), a webcam/computer, and a piano.
Of course, I’m available for in-person private lessons, both at home and at Kennesaw State University, where I am Artist-in-Residence.
Contact me if you’d like to work together. I’d love to hear from you.
2
My friends over at Piano Street have posted a short interview/article about my debut recording, Twelve Nocturnes and a Waltz.
While you are there, be sure to listen to a free track from my recording: Franz Liszt’s Liebesträume.
Created in 2001, Piano Street is an amazing online resource, featuring forums, recordings, free scores, interviews and more. Special thanks to Johan at Piano Street for his support.
1
Dr. Bobbie Bailey and Family Performance Center
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
Saturday, April 24th, 2010
8:00 P.M.
Admission is FREE.
Join Robert Henry as he celebrates the release of his debut CD,
“TWELVE NOCTURNES AND A WALTZ”.
Robert will be performing the entire CD live in concert. The concert features Nocturnes of Chopin, Faure, Grieg, Liszt and many others, including the world premiere of Alexei Stanchinsky’s forgotten Nocturne from 1907.
As a tribute to one of his musical mentors, Robert has created his own transcription of Chet Atkins’ “Waltz for the Lonely”. The sheet music for this arrangement will be available this fall.
Special guests include Lois Reitzes (NPR Radio Personality, WABE 90.1) and Jody Reynard (nationally recognized dancer/choreographer, KSU alum).
Robert will be signing CDs following the concert.
Available now on Amazon. Also available on Itunes and other retailers in May, 2010.
On Friday, April 23, Robert will be presenting a Masterclass at KSU. It begins at 5:30.
Follow the YouTube link to watch a video documentary of Robert’s recording experience, “The Making of Twelve Nocturnes and a Waltz”, or click below:
14
‘Bout to head into the studio to record my debut album and a short video documentary.
The recording is entitled “Twelve Nocturnes and a Waltz”. It will be released in the Spring.
More details/updates to come!
Update 1: My very own Steinway D (#192) sits on stage. The movers accidentally dropped it onto my living room floor (!), but after a fresh tuning, it sounds amazing again. Recording starts tomorrow.
Update 2: Recording is complete. Now for editing.
1
Master Class: 10:00 A.M.
Concert: 7:30 P.M.
Website: http://www2.astate.edu/a/finearts/dept/music/
Map1
KennesawStateUniversity
Chamber concert with violinist Helen Kim. Concert is free. http://www.kennesaw.edu/music
1
This Friday and Saturday (October 2nd and 3rd), I’m performing Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy and Grieg’s Piano Concerto on the same program. If you love piano music, this is a performance for you. Come say “Hello” after the concert!
For TICKET information:
http://www.valdostasymphony.org/sub09/oct.php
Click here to read my interview with The Valdosta Daily Times:
http://www.valdostadailytimes.com/local/local_story_272234152.html
1
I’m performing in my hometown of Jasper. It’s nice to drive 10 minutes to a performance.
Concert manager Suzanne Shull has successfully carried the Casual Classics Concert Series into their 4th season!
New Lebanon Presbyterian Church in Jasper, Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 7:00.
http://www.newlebanonpcusa.com/Directions.dsp
1
Chamber recital at the Church of the Incarnation in Highlands, NC. Concert is free. http://incarnationwnc.org/
Map1
Solo and joint appearances with violinist Cecylia Arzewski and cellist Christopher Rex. William Ransom, director.