ABOUT DBR
Having carved a reputation for himself as an innovative composer, performer, violinist, and band leader, Haitian-American artist Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) melds his classical music roots with his own cultural references and vibrant musical imagination. Proving that he's "about as omnivorous as a contemporary artist gets" (New York Times), DBR's accolades range from being voted as "America's Assignment" on the CBS Evening News, to receiving praise as one of the "Top 100 New Yorkers" (New York Resident), "Top 40 Under 40" business people (Crain’s New York Business), one of the entertainment industry's "Top 5 Tomorrow’s Newsmakers" (1010 WINS Radio), and spotlighted as a "New Face of Classical Music" in Esquire Magazine. Read More... WNYC First Fridays in The Greene Space DBR & Elan Vytal Friday, October 02 at 8:00PM at The Greene Space 44 Charlton Street (corner of Varick Street) New York, NY 10014 1 train to Houston, C/E to Spring Tickets: $15/$20/$30 click here for more info
Click here to see a preview of The Music Instinct: Science and Song, featuring DBR and The Young Composers Development Program. Watch the episode on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at 9-11:00pm EST on PBS stations
Spring 2009 Ritz Carlton (National) Fresh Air: Variations on a Theme Feature by Dennis McCafferty Click here to read the article February 2009 Essence (National) Hot Tickets: Classic Soul Feature/Show Preview by Peter Gugerell Click here to read the article
Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR)'s Friend Space (Randomized)
Stopping by to say hi and let you know how much we enjoyed working with you on our song "no more". We recently performed with Sea Fever the same song and it was fun. we miss you. Much love from EriAm Sisters
Hi Daniel, I bought the album, and I liked it, it's on repeat..I read to it, thanks for the add, I trust your chapter in DJ Spooky's book now, for sure.!
Tonight I heard your String Quartet n°5, by the soloists of the Brooklyn Philarmonic. Good music... This was a nice discovering. Thanks for your friendship... Benoit
Hello, it's always a pleasure to contact my friends. First, thanks for your friendship and if you have time, there are some new videos on my page. Life is beautiful. All the best - Pat.
Hey,if you could perform in GA sometime that would be great,I haven't gotten the chance to see you live yet and it would mean alot to me if I could:)You are my inspiration.
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane. I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio.. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! I posted some new videos too! Ruby Jane
Hi daniel:] I found your myspace?! :] i listen to your CD like everyday. I even put it on my ipod. and it's in my playlist:b haha. i have a picture of me and you on my myspace! :] can't wait to see you again.
a truly awesome performance last night, my wife and i enjoyed the show @ knight concert hall; we saw you perform once before @ joseph caleb center and that show was a killer as well, give thanks for the add, check out my music and much success in the future
wow. No.....WOW. ...ur not hearing me..."WOW!!" primal passion and amazing MUSIC i heard 2night on American Idol....how can that be?! THANKYOU...and good 4you:)!
Hi Mr. Daniel!!! I'm Sabrina from Brooklyn Highschool of the Arts. I'm one of Mr. Duncan's students, I play the violin and I saw you on American Idol tonight and I thought you were absolutely phenominal!!! I am ahuge fan!!! Keep up the excellent work!!! =]
One of my pleasures in life was to see you and hear you speak of your good Haitian Mother and then to be treated to a piece of music that made me feel like I was a part of it. It was indeed a pleasure to listen to your composition on this past Sunday at Carnegie Hall. May all the creative forces be with you all the days of your life!
Just stopping by to say AMAZING concert the other week in portland maine. Your music is so great, very inspiring. Thank you so much for welcoming us out back after the concert. it was great meeting you. hope to see you again sometime soon. -hannah-
It was great meeting you yesterday. You and the MISSION were fantastic as always! Attending your performance made my birthday very special. Til next time!
