Interviews – New York Piano Group

Gaspard Dehaene’s Introspection on Schubert, Liszt, Satie and more

September 1, 2019 No Comments

Gaspard Dehaene’s Introspection on Schubert, Liszt, Satie and more Born in 1987, pianist Gaspard Dehaene is gaining recognition as a leading French pianist of his

Cong Bi’s Musical Journey from East to West

March 1, 2019 No Comments

A native of Guangzhou, China, pianist Cong Bi has appeared as a soloist with orchestras such as Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra, Toulon Symphony Orchestra of Poland at prestigious concert halls in Europe and China.

Lionel Yu on his music and his YouTube success

December 1, 2018 No Comments

In this age of YouTube and social media, many classical musicians are heard and discovered on YouTube. Pianist Valentina Lisitsa is one such example who was discovered on YouTube, and was able to launch a successful concert and recording career. YouTube can help musicians get noticed, but it is indeed not as easy as it seems, nor is it a shortcut to fame. It’s just as competitive as a traditional route of winning piano competitions because it requires a particular set of skills and talent.

Regina Shenderovich on Bach’s influence on Mendelssohn

October 1, 2018 No Comments

Russian-American pianist Regina Shenderovich received her early training at the Special Music School of the St. Petersburg Conservatory in Russia. She holds her Bachelor of Music degree from the Boston Conservatory where she studied with Michael Lewin and Master of Music degree from the Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University where she studied with Leon Fleisher.

Jason Sia discusses his favorite pieces from childhood

April 1, 2018 No Comments

Active in the northern California region, pianist Jason Sia performs regularly as a recitalist, chamber musician and a collaborative pianist. His engagements include solo recitals at the “Music at Noon” Concert Series at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Sacramento, the “1st & 3rd Thursdays” Series at the Haggin Museum in Stockton, the Trinity Chamber Concert Series at the Trinity

Bader Soma shares his inspiration behind his debut album

February 1, 2018 No Comments

In a short span of time, Bader Soma, a Lebanese-Canadian pianist, has released his first studio album, EntheoGenesis, featuring his own compositions. He took up piano while living in Brazil six years ago. Ever since, he has been playing and composing by ear. He cites Ludovico

Jeffrey Ladeur on his concert tour of the Debussy cycle

January 15, 2018 No Comments

Jeffrey Ladeur on his concert tour of the Debussy cycle For the past decade, pianist Jeffrey LaDeur has led a successful career as a soloist,

Jeeyoon Kim on her album, “10 More Minutes”

November 23, 2017 No Comments

Classical pianist Jeeyoon Kim delights audiences with her sensitive artistry, colorful musical expression and insightful commentary from the

Charles Whitehead on his musical beginnings in New Zealand

November 1, 2017 No Comments

Charles Whitehead is a New Zealand concert-pianist of Maori, English and Samoan heritage and is currently a PhD Candidate at Texas Tech University.
Mr. Whitehead has performed throughout the world as a soloist with a diverse repertoire ranging from

Kimiko Ishizaka on piano and weightlifting

November 1, 2017 No Comments

Kimiko Ishizaka is the first of three child prodigies born to German-Japanese parents in Bonn, Germany. Piano studies began at the age of 4, with her mother, followed by conservatory studies with Professor

Hyeyoung Song’s insight on musical maturity

December 11, 2016 No Comments

First Prize winner of the Janice K. Hodges Piano Competition, Hyeyoung Song is an active performer who has performed extensively throughout the United States and Korea, noted for her warm and beautiful tone, tireless energy

Victor Paukstelis on Arvo Part and artistic influences

November 1, 2016 No Comments

Having been characterized as an intellectual interpreter of music and an expressive artist, Victor has been described as having ‘a natural, impeccable sense of rhythm, and a finely

Jonathan Levin on engaging the audience

September 4, 2016 No Comments

orn in North Carolina, Jonathan made his debut with the Raleigh Symphony Orchestra when he was fifteen. Since then, he has become a sought after recitalist and soloist, performing throughout the country in concert halls,

Carles & Sofia duo on interpretation and Spanish composers

January 26, 2016 No Comments

Since 1987 when they began playing together, Carles and Sofia’s international career has led them to appear in famous venues like Carnegie Hall (New York), Kolarac Memorial Hall (Belgrade) or Teatro

Joe Chindamo on his humble musical beginnings

September 26, 2015 No Comments

Described as one of the best jazz pianists in the world, Joe Chindamo has composed concertos, chamber music and film music. He has recorded 23 CD’s and performed on more than 60 film scores. His

Victor Paukstelis on his dual career

September 15, 2015 No Comments

Victor was born in Vilnius, Lithuania, is a graduate of the National M. K. Ciurlionis School of Art and Balys Dvarionas Music School. He has obtained a Bachelor’s, Master’s and a Licentiate of Arts degree from the Lithuanian Academy of Music and

Gaspard Dehaene’s Introspection on Schubert, Liszt, Satie and more

Cong Bi’s Musical Journey from East to West

Lionel Yu on his music and his YouTube success

Regina Shenderovich on Bach’s influence on Mendelssohn

Jason Sia discusses his favorite pieces from childhood

Bader Soma shares his inspiration behind his debut album

Jeffrey Ladeur on his concert tour of the Debussy cycle

Jeeyoon Kim on her album, “10 More Minutes”

Charles Whitehead on his musical beginnings in New Zealand

Kimiko Ishizaka on piano and weightlifting

Hyeyoung Song’s insight on musical maturity

Victor Paukstelis on Arvo Part and artistic influences

Jonathan Levin on engaging the audience

Carles & Sofia duo on interpretation and Spanish composers

Joe Chindamo on his humble musical beginnings

Victor Paukstelis on his dual career

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