“I haven’t a single friend; I must live alone. But well I know that God is nearer to me than to the others of my art; I associate with Him without fear, I have always recognized and understood Him, and I have no fear for my music,-it can meet no evil fate.” ~ Ludwig van Beethoven
We’re deeply saddened to announce that Hammond B3 organ legend Dr. Lonnie Smith passed away today at 79 years old. Doc was one of the funkiest & most inventive organists to ever walk the earth & we were proud to bring this remarkable man’s joyous music to fans all over the world.
Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson pays tribute to the Queen of Soul with her performance in the new biopic, “Respect.” This is her first time visiting Muscle Shoals and the @fame_recording_studios, playing on the same piano Aretha did
Watch an innovative performance video from @AliceSaraOtt’s upcoming album for @DGclassics
Absolutely thrilled to share with you the cover of my new @DGclassics album:
#EchoesOfLife
It is ready for pre-order and you can already listen to Chopin’s “Raindrop” Prélude on all streaming platforms🎶
cover photo: Pascal Albandopulos
cover design: me 🤗
Lou Otten has hit the stop button https://t.co/kGR5ouyexS
nsoundmag: SOS NEWS
We are very sad to report the death of Rupert Neve, perhaps the most important and influential designer…
@rickbeato: Chick Corea “You don’t have to be Picasso or Rembrandt to create something. The fun of it, the joy of creating, is way high above anything else to do with the art form.” We’ve lost one of the great innovators. Will never forget those hands upon those keys. Rest In Peace #ChickCorea
@U2: From today on @youtube in 4k, ‘Pride (In The Name Of Love)’ (Sepia Version).
@KawaiPianos: From now through Feb. 28, receive an instant rebate up to $3000 on your purchase of select in-stock Kawai grand, up…
Bring the joy of music home this holiday season with the Steinway #Spirio high resolution player piano. The Spirio app library includes holiday music, classical, jazz and pop tunes from Beethoven to Billie Eilish. steinway.com/spirio
Twins Jazz, RT @AimeeCho4: END OF AN ERA: After 33 years, Twins Jazz Club on U St has closed. Owners Kelly + Maze Tesfaye say due to COVID, it… https://t.co/1BwFn2NDnb
🎹 @HeleneGrimaud chose works by Debussy, Satie, Chopin and Silvestrov for her recital entitled "Memory". Discover it now and celebrate #WorldPianoDay on @stageplusmusic. 👉 worldpianoday.com [...]
Arise Sir Brian May ⚔️🎸 Brian's investiture as a Knight of The Realm took place today at Buckingham Palace. The knighthood was presented to Brian by His Royal Highness, King… [...]
In Memoriam: The Juilliard School is saddened to learn of the passing of acclaimed influential tenor saxophonist and composer, Wayne Shorter. Shorter received his honorary Doctor of Music degree from… [...]
Wayne Shorter, my best friend, left us with courage in his heart, love and compassion for all, and a seeking spirit for the eternal future. He was ready for his… [...]
Tickets for 50+ summer shows are on sale now. Check out the lineup + get ready to fill your summer with music! → wolftrap.org/summer [...]
