 KeysFest 2010
The Gilmore KeysFest is the annual daylong, piano festival for piano students in the greater Battle Creek and Kalamazoo areas. Piano students of all levels, grades 1–12, are invited to perform and receive instruction from professional pianists and/or educators. Students receive immediate affirmation of their skills and musicianship in an open and friendly master class environment, including a small audience of supportive students and adults.
Information and application forms are available for downloading by clicking the icons at the bottom of this page.
KeysFest 2010 — Kalamazoo
February 13, 9am – 4 pm
Epic Center, Downtown Kalamzoo
Application (below) due into The Gilmore office by Jan. 22
Clinicians:
Anne Beth Gajda, Eastern Michigan University
Ms. Gajda specializes in teaching group piano classes and piano pedagogy. She writes and arranges music and materials using the latest innovations in music technology for all levels of piano instruction.
Anthony Patterson, Alma College
Mr. Patterson has released two CDs or original piano compositions and is at home in both the classical and popular music worlds. He performs regularly with other professional musicians, in solo recitals, and accompanying students.
Dr. Garik Pedersen, Eastern Michigan University
Dr. Pedersen, a Steinway artist, has performed as soloist and chamber musician throughout the U.S. and in several countries. He has been presented in recitals by the U.S. State Department and has appeared on numerous public television and radio broadcasts.
Yu-Lien The, Western Michigan University
Born in the Netherlands, Ms. The has played throughout Europe. In addition to playing the piano, she maintains a career as a professional recorder player with extensive appearances in Germany as a member of the Little Consort Hannover.
KeysFest 2010 — Battle Creek
February 27, 9am – 3pm
1st Congregational Church
Application (below) due into The Gilmore office by Feb. 12
Clinicians:
Dr. Hyesook Kim, Calvin College
Dr. Kim, a native of Korea, is the pianist and founding member of Ensemble Montage, a chamber music group made up of Grand Rapids Symphony members who have introduced some of the great modern music literature to West Michigan. She was recently awarded a grant to pursue a research and performance project on French composer Olivier Messiaen.
Yu-Lien The, Western Michigan University
Born in the Netherlands, Ms. The has played throughout Europe. In addition to playing the piano, she maintains a career as a professional recorder player with extensive appearances in Germany as a member of the Little Consort Hannover.
Click on the icon below to open and print the KeysFest application form.
Click on the icon below to open and print the KeysFest Information sheet.
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