Piano Starts Here: Hoagy Charmichael and George Gershwin: The Great American Song Book

Wed, Apr 16, 2014 at 8pm

  • All Ages, Bar with ID
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$10 advance/ $12 at the door. $5 for students w/ ID

Two of the greatest American composers and songwriters of the 20th Century. Gershwin and Charmichael were also superb pianists who performed frequently to adoring crowds during their lifetimes.

Tonight's performance will feature Bill Anschell, Randy Halberstadt, Carolyn Graye and Jovino Santos Neto.

The Piano Starts Here series highlights the work of some of the most prolific and talented composers and pianists to have ever tackled the instrument. Each of the performances brings together Seattle’s finest pianists to perform the works of the artist selected for that evening on the Royal Room’s Steinway B grand piano. Past PSH performances have highlighted the work of Sonny Clark, Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Sun Ra, Bill Evans, Fats Waller, Herbie Hancock and Herbie Nichols. Curated by Wayne Horvitz and Tim Kennedy. Hosted by Tim Kennedy.
Please note: tickets do not guarantee a seat to shows at the Royal Room. For sold out shows standing room may be the only available space. Please come early to ensure you get a table. Reservations can be made for those who are coming for dinner as well as the show.

The Royal Room is All Ages until 10pm.


Royal Room

5000 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118