All articles tagged with #piano performance
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
Yunchan Lim, a young South Korean pianist, offers a transformative and emotionally rich interpretation of Tchaikovsky's 'Seasons,' challenging traditional views and showcasing his romantic and introspective playing style, which has changed the author's perception of the piece.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by 13WHAM-TV
A dentist, Dr. Luis Mendez, who plays the piano in the lobby of the Wilmot Cancer Center, formed an unexpected friendship with a cancer patient, Harley Bowman. Moved by Mendez's music, Bowman offered him a free piano, which he gladly accepted. The gift brought joy to Mendez's family, and he continues to play at the cancer center, bringing comfort to patients. The encounter resulted in a heartwarming friendship and a reminder to show gratitude in life's challenges.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Tonight
Kate Middleton showcased her musical talent by playing last year's winning entry on the piano in the opening sequence of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 Grand Final. The Princess of Wales performed a short instrumental piano performance of Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra's hip hop and folk song, "Stefania," arranged by Joe Price and Kojo Samuel. The competition was held in Liverpool, England, on behalf of Ukraine, which was deemed unsafe to host due to the ongoing Russian invasion. Sweden's Loreen won the competition with her ballad "Tattoo," marking her second win in the competition.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by InStyle
Kate Middleton surprised everyone with a piano performance at Eurovision's Song Contest wearing an azure blue one-shoulder gown with sheer detailing from Jenny Packham. She joined last year's champions, Kalush Orchestra, in performing their winning entry "Stefania." Other British musicians also took part in the performance. Kate learned to play piano as a child and reportedly took "great comfort" at the keys during the pandemic.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Kate Middleton surprised viewers with a pre-recorded piano performance at the opening of the Eurovision Song Contest final, playing an instrumental version of last year's winning song by the Ukrainian group Kalush Orchestra. She wore a blue one-shouldered chiffon Jenny Packham dress and a pair of earrings that belonged to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Middleton learned to play piano from the age of around 10 or 11 until 13, according to her former instructor Peter Nicholls. King Charles and Queen Camilla also made cameos in the film "Welcome to Liverpool" which was screened ahead of the semi-finals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Harper's BAZAAR
Princess Kate surprised viewers with a ten-second piano performance during the opening sequence of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 Grand Final, which was filmed earlier this month in the Crimson Drawing Room of Windsor Castle. She wore a cobalt blue, one-shouldered gown by Jenny Packham and honored the Ukrainian flag. This marks the second time the princess has shown her musical talent, the first being on Christmas Eve 2021. Other British musicians also joined the performance of Kalush Orchestra's winning track from last year's contest, "Stefania."