Byron Janis Yamaha congratulates its artist roster
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New York, NY (BUSINESS WIRE) 9 November 2011
Byron Janis, one of the greatest pianists in the world of concerts known, has joined the distinguished family of artists from Yamaha. They also serve a unique role as an advisor to the President for the Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute.
“I personally am very honored to welcome Byron Janis our global family of Yamaha artist”, Bonnie Barrett, Director of Yamaha Artist Services said in New York. “He’s a legend among pianists, artists and important transformation, the new generations of music lovers has inspired. We expect a very special collaboration designed to enrich and preserve their unique heritage.”
Mr. Double role
Janis Yamaha is a natural consequence of their experiences. His 1948 debut at Carnegie Hall began his historic career, but in 1973 he developed a debilitating case of arthritis in both hands and wrists, and the doctors told him he would never play again. Undaunted, Janis continued to tour and all the while defending the cause of others – especially children -. Who suffer from arthritis
Yamaha recently pulled him after the 2010 introduction of the company CFX concert grand, the climax of the Yamaha grand piano line, which represents 19 years of research and development. “At the moment I started playing,” he said, “I realized that I have a Yamaha piano resonance CFX, purity of tone and great action, was alone among the pianos. The CFX allows me, with a to play maximum artistic expression and nuance control. It is simply an excellent tool. “
Yamaha
their art, Mr. Janis perform exclusively on Yamaha pianos. In addition to its public and private, Mr. Janis in master classes, lectures, concerts and performances by Yamaha Artist Services in New York is produced in the piano lounge in downtown Manhattan and in the partner countries, schools, institutions and agencies to participate.
“For a pianist of this caliber join Yamaha says the quality of the pianos,” said Bonnie Barrett. “Byron brings a wealth of talent unsurpassed for Yamaha in a role that goes beyond both the power and medicine.”
Mrs. Barrett is particularly concerned
excited about Mr. Janis essential role “in the launch of Yamaha Live Remote. This technology enables a remarkable achievement on a Disklavier piano player playing to be heard in every part of the world Disklaviers with a transmission combination of video, making it ideal
for lectures and concerts at a distance.Mr. Janis
work unprecedented in the defense of arthritis supplements the work of the Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute, which is committed to bridge the gap between music and medicine in the scientific standards of education and has close.
Byron Janis has served as a National Ambassador for the art of the Arthritis Foundation since 1986 and maintains a busy schedule of workshop dates spirit matter for millions of people suffer from the disease, the participants to achieve their goals despite the obstacles.
“Byron is an extraordinary inspiration on many levels,” said Barry Bittman, MD, CEO and President of the Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute. “I am moved deeply impressed by his determination to inspire others to move beyond its borders. Despite the potential career-end diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis, stood firmly against all odds and offers countless personal experiences, ideas and perspectives that must be shared. “
Mr. Janis
turn, also said it was “an honor to be invited to serve as advisor to the President, Dr. Barry Bittman and the Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute. Scientific studies show that the healing effects playing a musical instrument, on the brain has. Research Institute at the Cleveland Clinic, with promising results even more exciting. “
first pianist to study with the great Vladimir Horowitz made his orchestral debut with Janis Toscanini NBC Symphony Orchestra at the age of 15 He began his career as a concert pianist in 1944. In 1960 the U.S. State Department decided the first cultural exchange between the United States and the Soviet Union to open. At that time, reported the New York Times that “if the music could change the international politics, Byron Janis could consider an ambassador to break the barriers of the Cold War.” Mr. Janis was invited by the Soviet Union in 1962, where he had a triumphant tour seven weeks. In 1978 he created a respected program in the life of Frederic Chopin, which twice aired nationally on PBS stations in the United States and in countries around the world.
in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan honored Mr. Janis at a state dinner at the White House on the occasion of the 40th Anniversary of his acclaimed debut at Carnegie Hall. Mr. Janis has the great honor, was written in the Congressional Record in both the Senate and House of Representatives honored him as a musician, a diplomat and an inspiration. My extraordinary life in music and the paranormal: he has written an autobiography, Chopin and Beyond. A companion DVD, entitled The Story of Byron Janis, also tells his life and is now broadcast in the U.S. on PBS.
About Yamaha
Yamaha Corporation of America is the largest subsidiary of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a complete line of musical instruments and sound equipment products for the U.S. market. Products include: acoustic and digital pianos, keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio products, technologies and innovative products aimed at fans, education , worship, professional music markets, and installation.
About Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute (YMWI)
Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute, Inc. (YMWI) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit with only one goal: to explore the benefits of scientific and creative musical expression as an effective strategy well-being. Based on a solid basis of published scientific studies, YMWI is to restore active music participation as a strategy for a healthy life committed. With a focus on research and teaching YMWI is the only organization dedicated exclusively to the world in the development and evaluation of novel Recreational Music Making Strategies. Ultimate goal is to enable YMWI people of all ages, regardless of previous experience, the joy and personal benefits of playing a musical instrument is to be discovered.
Media Contacts:
Yamaha Corporation of America:
Peter Giles
President
Giles Communications
(914) 798-7120
pgiles (a) Giles (dot) com
Byron Janis
:
Bettina L. Klinger
President
klinger Vision, Inc.
(212) 592-1386
bklinger (a) klinger vision (dot) com
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