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Trailer for Season 4 Episode 15: Danny Holt - Pianist, Percussionist, Composer and Producer


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🎥 Check Out the Sneak Peak of TPP’s Upcoming Episode feat. Danny Holt 🎹🥁

Join us for an enlightening conversation with the exceptionally talented Danny Holt, a virtuoso whose skills span across being a concert pianist, percussionist, composer, and producer.

During our chat, we delved into:

  • How the pandemic reinforced Danny's conviction in the irreplaceable magic of live performances.
  • The art of curating a compelling repertoire and organizing community-centric concerts that are open to the public and supported by grants.

We also discussed Danny's eclectic approach to music and career:

  • Transitioning from performing traditional classical piano pieces and conservatory training to embracing a broader spectrum of music through college and master's degrees in innovative programs in New England where Danny's unique artistic expression was nurtured, steering him beyond solo piano performances, leading to the creation of his distinctive Piano-Percussion Project.

In this engaging interview, we unveil:

  • ✅ The hidden gems of piano repertoire chosen by Danny
  • ✅ The early influences that drew him to percussion
  • ✅ An inside look at his pioneering piano-percussion project
  • ✅ Highlights of his recording activities, including his latest album "Trailblazers"
  • ✅ The unparalleled experience of attending his classical concerts in Desert Hot Springs

Discover the world of Danny Holt’s artistry today by watching this episode!

📆 So tune in Tuesday, April 2, at 8:00 pm ET to discover Danny's secrets to his successful performing arts career and deep reflections on classical musicians' role in society and their duty to educate and inspire!

📺Join the premiere of this episode on The Piano Pod’s YouTube Channel

🎧The audio podcast of this episode will be split into 2 parts. Part 1 will be published on your fav podcast platform simultaneously with the YouTube premiere

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