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George Winston
Folk / Acoustic / Other

Solo Pianist



Santa Cruz, California
United States

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Last Login:  7/2/2009
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Member Since4/11/2007
Band Websitewww.georgewinston.com
Band Members George Winston's Latest Album
GULF COAST BLUES & IMPRESSIONS — A Hurricane Relief Benefit

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Gulf Coast Blues & Impressions–A Hurricane Relief Benefit was inspired by George's desire to support the Gulf Coast region after the hurricane devastation. 100% of the artist’s proceeds will go to organizations helping people in the Gulf Coast and in New Orleans to rebuild and to return. RCA Records will also be donating the bulk of its net profits.


George Winston Songbook Now Available

First fully authorized songbook features 20 transcriptions. Available to order now at georgewinston.com.


The songs transcribed in the songbook are:
1. Black Stallion
2. The Cradle
3. Graduation
4. Joy
5. Loreta and Desiree’s Bouquet – Part 1
6. Longing
7. Lullaby
8. New Hope Blues
9. Prelude / Carol of the Bells
10. Reflection
11. Stevenson
12. Thanksgiving
13. Thumbelina
14. The Twisting of the Hayrope
15. Variations on Bamboo
16. Variations on the Kanon by Pachelbel
17. The Velveteen Rabbit

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Three from THE SNOWMAN:
18. Walking in the Air
19. Building the Snowman
20. The Snowman's Music Box Dance


InfluencesGW Cat Pic
Right now George is concentrating on live performances, as well as studying the playing of the great New Orleans pianists Henry Butler, the late James Booker, Dr. John, and the late Professor Longhair, as well as Dr. John and Jon Cleary.

He is also working on interpreting pieces on solo piano by his favorite composers, including Vince Guaraldi, Professor Longhair, the Doors, Frank Zappa, Randy Newman, Sam Cooke, Al Kooper, Ray Charles, Curtis Mayfield, Laura Nyro, Bob Dylan, Dr. John, Henry Butler, James Booker, Jon Cleary, John Coltrane, Milt Jackson, John Hartford, Taj Mahal, Bruce Cockburn, Philip Aaberg, and others, to play at concerts, and at his solo piano dances, where he features R&B, slow dance songs, and more.
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Here is James Booker playing Pixie , his composition that George recorded on his album Gulf Coast Blues & Impressions–A Hurricane Relief Benefit


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 2 2009 2:00P
Shinsaegae Culture Center Seoul
Jul 4 2009 8:00P
Hanam Art Center Hanam
Jul 5 2009 7:00P
Eumseong Culture & Art Center Eumseong
Aug 11 2009 8:00P
Roper Music Ballroom Grand Junction, Colorado
Aug 13 2009 8:00P
Lincoln Center Performance Hall Fort Collins, Colorado
Aug 15 2009 8:00P
Pikes Peak Center Colorado Springs, Colorado
Aug 21 2009 8:00P
Strings Music Tent - Strings Music Festival Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Aug 23 2009 8:00P
Riverwalk Center Breckenridge, Colorado
Aug 27 2009 8:00P
Montrose Pavilion Montrose, Colorado
Sep 19 2009 8:00P
Amador Theatre Pleasanton, California
Sep 25 2009 7:30P
Brewery Arts Center Carson City, Nevada
Sep 26 2009 7:30P
Brewery Arts Center Carson City, Nevada
Oct 10 2009 7:30P
Historic Holmes Theatre Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Oct 16 2009 7:00P
Sheldon Theatre Red Wing, Minnesota
Oct 23 2009 8:00P
Cottey College Nevada, Missouri
Oct 25 2009 3:00P
Emporia Granada Theatre - George Winston Solo Piano Concert Emporia, Kansas
Oct 27 2009 7:00P
Etta & Joseph Miller Performing Arts Center Jefferson City, Missouri
Nov 6 2009 7:00P
One World Theatre Austin, Texas
Nov 7 2009 7:00P
One World Theatre Austin, Texas
Nov 8 2009 7:00P
One World Theatre Austin, Texas
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
Diana Wortham Theatre Asheville, North Carolina
Nov 27 2009 8:00P
Peace Center for the Perf. Arts Greenville, South Carolina
Dec 1 2009 8:00P
Baruch Performing Arts Center New York, New York
Dec 4 2009 8:00P
Buffalo State Performing Arts Center Buffalo, New York
Dec 6 2009 8:00P
Berrie Center for the Performing and Visual Arts Mahwah, New Jersey
Dec 9 2009 7:30P
Colonial Theatre Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Dec 11 2009 8:00P
George Mason University Center for the Arts Fairfax, Virginia
Dec 15 2009 7:30P
Campanile Center for the Arts Minocqua, Wisconsin
Dec 17 2009 7:30P
Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wisconsin
Dec 20 2009 8:00P
Minnesota Orchestra Hall Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jan 22 2010 8:00P
Villa Montalvo Carriage House Saratoga, California
Jan 29 2010 7:30P
La Paloma Theatre Encinitas, California
Jan 30 2010 7:30P
La Paloma Theatre Encinitas, California
Mar 30 2010 7:30P
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Arlington Heights, Illinois
Mar 31 2010 7:30P
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Arlington Heights, Illinois
Apr 9 2010 4:00P
Music Center at Strathmore North Bethesda, Maryland
Apr 12 2010 7:30P
Tryon Fine Arts Center Tryon, North Carolina
Apr 22 2010 8:00P
Phelps Stokes Auditorium Berea, Kentucky

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   About George Winston
George Winston grew up mainly in Montana, and also spent his later formative years in Mississippi and Florida. During this time, his favorite music was instrumental rock and instrumental R&B, including Floyd Cramer, the Ventures, Booker T & The MG’s, Jimmy Smith, and many more. Inspired by R&B, jazz, Blues and rock (especially the Doors), George began playing organ in 1967. In 1971 he switched to the acoustic piano after hearing recordings from the 1920s and the 1930s by the legendary stride pianists Thomas “Fats” Waller and the late Teddy Wilson. In addition to working on stride piano, he also at this time came up with this own style of melodic instrumental music on solo piano, called folk piano. In 1972, he recorded his first solo piano album, BALLADS AND BLUES 1972, for the late guitarist John Fahey’s Takoma label.

His latest solo piano release is GULF COAST BLUES & IMPRESSIONS - A HURRICANE RELIEF BENEFIT (2006), which features originals, as well as pieces by the great New Orleans pianists Henry Butler, James Booker, and Dr. John. A second benefit album is planned.

Since 1980 George has released nine other solo piano albums: AUTUMN (1980), WINTER INTO SPRING (1982), DECEMBER (1982), SUMMER (1991), FOREST (1994), LINUS & LUCY-THE MUSIC OF VINCE GUARALDI (1996), which features compositions by the late jazz pianist, including Cast Your Fate to the Wind and pieces from the Peanuts® TV specials; PLAINS (1999), which was inspired by his Eastern Montana upbringing, NIGHT DIVIDES THE DAY - THE MUSIC OF THE DOORS (2002), and MONTANA - A LOVE STORY (2004). His next release will be LOVE WILL COME - THE MUSIC OF VINCE GUARALDI, VOL. 2.

Also, in 2001 George released REMEMBRANCE - A MEMORIAL BENEFIT, a six song CD of piano, guitar and harmonica solos, to benefit those affected by 9/11. He has also worked with the late George Levenson of Informed Democracy (www.informeddemocracy.com) on three projects: a solo guitar soundtrack for SADAKO AND THE THOUSAND PAPER CRANES, and soundtracks of piano, guitar and, harmonica solos for PUMPKIN CIRCLE, and BREAD COMES TO LIFE. In 1984 he also did the solo piano soundtrack for the children’s story THE VELVETEEN RABBIT for Rabbit Ears Productions.

George is presently concentrating mainly on live performances, and most of the time he is touring playing solo piano concerts (the Summer Show or the Winter Show), solo guitar concerts, solo harmonica concerts, and solo piano dances (with R&B and slow dance songs).

He is also studying the playing of the great New Orleans pianists Henry Butler, James Booker, Professor Longhair, Dr. John, and Jon Cleary, and he is also working on interpreting pieces on solo piano by his favorite composers, including Vince Guaraldi, Professor Longhair, the Doors, Frank Zappa, Randy Newman, Sam Cooke, Curtis Mayfield, Laura Nyro, Al Kooper, Dr. John, Henry Butler, James Booker, Jon Cleary, Ralph Towner, Arthur Lee, Milt Jackson, John Hartford, Oliver Schroer, Taj Mahal, Philip Aaberg, and others, to play at concerts, and at his solo piano dances.

George is also working on solo guitar and is recording the masters of the Hawaiian Slack Key guitar for an extensive series of albums for Dancing Cat Records (www.dancingcat.com). Slack Key is the name for the beautiful solo fingerstyle guitar tradition, unique to Hawaii, which began in the early 1800s and predated the steel guitar by over half a century. He is also recording his main inspirations for his harmonica playing, Sam Hinton, Rick Epping, and Curt Bouterse.

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George Winston's Friends Comments
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Reginald Vilardell





Jun 30 2009 7:56 AM

Hi Mr. Winston big pleasure to be your friend. I like to of James Booker way. Cheers from Barcelona
KD Blues Band





Jun 30 2009 1:11 AM

Thank You for reaching out. I admire really solo artist. After visiting a few European Piano bars it's what has inspired me as Bassist to learn Guitar.... Great Music. I thought New Orleans was going to be my favorite track then I heard Pixie 3.

Easy,
KD
Madcat Leo





Jun 27 2009 7:13 PM

Saravá George,

Nice to meet you juju man!
I'm old fan:-) Lets work bro!!!
Thanx for the add. Lots of Love & Peace!!!

Leo..meow!
SEB CHAUMONT





Jun 29 2009 12:57 AM

thanks for the request Maestro! All the best.
John Pedersen





Jun 26 2009 8:18 PM

Thanks, George, for the request. We are already friends at my piano page. I have a great deal of respect and admiration for you and your piano work. You are a big influence on my own playing, and have been since I first heard the "Winter" album.

Have a great weekend!

~John
♫Lisa♫





Jun 26 2009 3:14 PM

Thank you for the add sir. You're very talented. Keep the music coming!

All the best,
Lisa
Musicprofessor1





Jun 26 2009 11:22 AM

Hello George Winston
Thank you for being a positive force in this world.
Music is one of the few things left that still has the power
to bring people from different cultures together in harmony.
Always feel free to contact me.

Darryl
Morella & The Wheels Of If





Jun 25 2009 3:23 PM

Thanks for listening and for supporting New Orleans! I like your song Woods. Please check out our website if you have a free moment. www.morellamusic.com
Jay Bee Rodriguez





Jun 24 2009 11:34 AM

Thanks so much for the request and most of all for your superb music and inspiration. I'm still remember when I was shockin' my band's musicians in the 1990's, just by lettin 'em listening your "Miles City Train" on the van's cassette! Great!
gia





Jun 24 2009 4:21 AM

i am your fan ,like your music for a few years .i really like "living without you " but cant find it on your net ,hope you can add this one
Square Peg Concerts





Jun 23 2009 8:29 PM

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Philippe Sateau





Jun 23 2009 10:23 AM

Hi George, thank you for adding me. I hope you enjoy my music!!!
Best wishes.
Philippe Sateau
Mark





Jun 20 2009 6:15 PM

Greetings From LA,
I'm happy to be your friend and have the chance to listen to your great piano tracks!
All the best to you George and your creative endeavors!
Nando de la Casa


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Jun 20 2009 11:17 AM

Hey George
Thanks for finding me!!!
Great stuff and playing here!!!
A big hug from a Basque Country

Nando
Dr Rhythm and Mr Jive





Jun 20 2009 10:57 AM

this is a cool find! : )

I was quite surprised to see you're doing some New Orleans style. Great sound and playing, George.

Thank you very much for finding us!
All the best,
Achim
Federico GUIDO





Jun 18 2009 6:41 AM

Grazie per l'add!
john





Jun 18 2009 7:11 AM

I'm honored to be here.Thank you for the wonderful music all these years,it's always been there close to my heart!Many,many greetings from Greece.thanks.
Porterhouse Bob





Jun 19 2009 5:32 PM

Thanks for hooking up. I absolutely love the New Orleans stuff you're doing.
Michael Dubin





Jun 20 2009 7:01 AM

Great man....diggin the New Orleans directions. Listening to Longhair myself these days! Best from the West!
Michael Ludwig





Jun 19 2009 9:40 PM

Thank you for requesting friendship! I LOVE your music! Peace!
Alvin Lloyd Masters





Jun 17 2009 4:22 AM

I like your video collection and nice
to hear you talking about your music.
George Winston had inspired an entire generation of pianists with
his originality and genius.

best wishes,

Al
Torben Loland





Jun 16 2009 2:43 PM

Hi.George.
Thank for the request.
You ar amacing.
I like your music.
Ets High Class.
Love Torben Loland.
Synthesist Tsukasa





Jun 16 2009 7:41 AM

Hello!
Thank you for approval.
I Love your piano sound.
Please come to Kyushu in Japan if possible next year.
alberotten





Jun 16 2009 5:16 AM

hello George,my name is Albert i'm 17..i only want to say..THANK YOU FOR YOU MUSIC..THANK YOU SO MUCH.
MAx "ALligator" LAzzarin





Jun 15 2009 10:16 AM

Thank you for finding my music George,

i'm proud to be your friend


SEe YOu LAter
MAx
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