Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
Talon Smith is a pianist’s pianist. Each note matters. Shimmering virtuosity and thoughtful understanding support a seamless, selfless, musical communication that speaks to both head and heart. The winner of over 40 piano competitions, twenty-three year old Smith plays with a maturity beyond his years. These qualities alone earn him a place on world concert stages so it’s astonishing that he’s also a gifted composer. And it’s a testament to the quality of his compositions that he chose to avoid the traditional route of recording standard repertoire on his debut album and offer his own music instead.
TALON SMITH: DEBUT, which features his 24 Preludes, Opus 1 and Sonata in C Minor, Op. 2, is an open-hearted, beautifully crafted answer to those who dismiss all modern virtuosic piano music as dissonant and difficult to listen to. Smith’s music is drenched in the tonality of the 19th century. In his hands, youthful enthusiasm and soulful melodies remind listeners that classical music with a tune and a beat is still being written today. His music dances and mourns. Beautiful moments flow like water from his fingers. These pieces remind us that elegance, nobility, hope and graciousness are timeless. It’s an honor to feature Talon Smith and his music on No Dead Guys.
🎹 Read the full No Dead Guys article here.
