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Rock / Country / Blues

Michael Heavner- Pianist, Keyboardist, Guitarist



Arkansas
United States

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Last Login:  7/12/2009
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Member Since6/24/2007
Band Websitewww.michaelheavner.com
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InfluencesChopin, Beethoven, Ozzy, Ravel, Boston, Ted Nugent, Arron Copland, Bud Powel, Hank Jones, Chicago, Ray Charles, Tom Cox, Elton John, Pig Robins, Tommy Flanigan, Bach, Styx, Heart, Brahms, Merle Haggard...............
Sounds LikeMichael Heavner, It depends on the project or venue! I love and play all types of music! Country, Rock, Classical, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Theatre............


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   About Michael

Michael Heavner grew up passionately-playing piano and guitar. At the age of 14 Mike and his two older brothers, John and James Heavner, formed their first band. For eight years the band performed various events, proms, and concerts throughout the mid-south. Seeking more musical knowledge, Michael received his bachelor of music in piano performance from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he is a current instructor of music, recording arts technology, and piano. He is also the piano accompanist for the universities theatre department.

Since 1995, Michael Heavner has served as a musical director/keyboardist for numerous musical productions and national tours including: Blues in the Night, Idols of the King, Always Patsy Cline, Guys and Dolls, The Full Monty, Godspell , Annie, The Sound of Music and Spit Fire Grill . Michael served as resident musical director/pianist for the musical: Lost in the Fifties, located at Center Stage Theatre in Mackinaw City, Michigan: 2000-2001. Michael has also served as keyboardist/pianist for productions of Little Shop of Horrors, Dreamgirls, Cinderella, Gypsy, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamCoat, My Fair Lady, Cabaret, Children of Eden and the first national tour of Always Patsy Cline. In addition, Michael also served as conductor/keyboardist for the musical BeeHive, under the musical direction of Rick Sieber.

Recording highlights include, featured pianist on the Diamond’s 2 live CDs “Standing Room Only” and “Back by Popular Demand” released in 2006. Keyboardist for recording artist Jeff Bates début CD, Country’s My Middle Name.

Other credits include performances with recording artists: Earl Thomas Conley, Percy Sledge, Charlie Pride, The Diamonds, Dale Hawkins, and Narvel Felts.

On Saturday nights, Michael is the "house" keyboardist at the largest honky-tonk establishment in the region: Jimmy Doyle’s located in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

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Guitar World Magazine’s Contributing Editor, Per Hoffman: “Mike Heavner’s ‘Country Loops’ are a godsend for digital roots-rockers looking for drum loops. Realistic-sounding and with great feel, that opens up endless writing and recording possibilities for your home studio—all without alienating your neighbors. He may call it country—but if you dig Tom Petty, The Beatles, or Bob Dylan—you’ll call it Rock n’ Roll…”

Arkansas Times: “Heavner's piano playing is most impressive". Always Patsy Cline

Arkansas Times’ Tim Jones: “Special mention is in order for the musicians behind the scenes; musical director Charles Creath, a Motown Records artist and producer, shares the keyboard duties with Michael Heavner, and both do excellent work.” DreamGirls

Roswell Daily Record: "The well-rehearsed band, featured clearly outstanding piano work in the authentic style by Mike Heavner. His convincing, bluesy interpretation provided the perfect accompaniment for Welch's vocals.” Always Patsy Cline

Lifestyles Stringer’s theatre critic, Tom Kennedy: " Although all the characters had amazing voices, a lot of credit has to be given to the band led by Michael Heavner, never missed a step. It accommodated the players wonderfully, and in my opinion, should have been brought out to center stage to receive a strongly deserved ovation.” Blues in the Night

Spectator Online’s theatre critic, Robert W. McDowell: “an on stage band lead by musical director Michael Heavner (keyboards) ... really wail. The ‘blues in the night’ have seldom sounded sweeter or more poignant.” Blues in the Night

Arkansas Democrat Gazette’s, Jennifer Christman: “The production comes across as bold and yet intimate. The same can be said for the music, handled expertly by two pianist…and Michael Heavner…” My Fair Lady

Arkansas Democrat Gazette’s, Jack Hill: “The orchestra, which never overwhelmed the various voices, some of them quite youthful, was in fine form, thanks to pianist and musical director Michael Heavner, whose previous nine plays at the Rep include Idols of the King.” Annie

Dayton, OH theatre critic, Mark Kellam: “The small combo, which was very good, particularly Mike Heavner on piano.” Always patsy Cline

Galveston, TX theatre critic, Thomas B Harrison: “Finally, a hearty salute to the band and musical director/conductor; Michael Heavner, on keyboards, whose energy and first-rate musicianship enhances the trio of performers and provide some of the shows finest moments. These guys are smoking.” Idols of the King

Spectator Online’s theatre critic, Robert W. McDowell: “Elvis Presley appears in the flashbacks of his fans, singing Blue Suede Shoes , Heartbreak Hotel, Love Me Tender, Shake Rattle and Roll, Jail House Rock, Hound Dog and other fan favorites, backed by a red-hot quartet comprised of musical director/conductor Michael Heavner (keyboards) ...” Idols of the King

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Jul 9 2009 6:34 PM

Thanks for supporting me and my band Kenelis, please please let me give you a Kenelis album track, cos i want you to be knowing the words and maybe sharing the music with friends! All you need to do is email 'Give her the Gun' to kenelis@mac.com for a free album track xxx

Sorry for the lack of individual messages, i am just a little swamped right now! x

You can hear more Kenelis on www.myspace.com/kenelis or www.kenelis.com :)

Mel x
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Jul 9 2009 5:48 PM

Thanks for supporting my band kenelis, see www.myspace.com/kenelis.....
Email kenelis@mac.com for a free album track :)
ROCK ON, check us out at UK Prides this year www.kenelis.com for more x
mel X
WELCOME TO MY WORLD..............





Jul 7 2009 6:59 AM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.wholikesu.net/photos/434546.html?b=4&w=46
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Jul 1 2009 4:16 AM

Vielen Dank für die Freundschaft und WILLKOMMEN im Fischteich der FISHER Fans :-) "Update Collection Vol. 1 - 3" jetzt in den Online Shops u.a. Musicload http://lnk.ms/06Z2q .. http://lnk.ms/06Z2s .. http://lnk.ms/06Z2v Neue CD "WATER" ist da ! http://lnk.ms/0l6pM

Thank you for adding me to your list, please feel free to always get in touch with me. and tell everyone about my profile :-) "Update Collection Vol. 1-3" Onlineshops (Except USA/CANADA) Fisher's new CD "Water" is almost here. "Water" covers the last two years in Fisher's life. Each song describes the joy and tragedy they've experienced. Emotionally this CD runs the gamut. True happiness, sadness and acceptance. For those of you who have followed their work since "One" in 1999, Fisher feels this is the best art they've ever created. Each song is very 'live' sounding and Fisher's vocals are more intimate, personal and emotional then ever before. Look http://lnk.ms/0l6pM ..
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Jun 24 2009 1:56 AM

Thanks for the request......Louder Than Hell.........Lance Harrison
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Jun 22 2009 10:08 PM

Thanks for the MySpace friendship. :) Check out our new album out now! Taxi Doll
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Jun 22 2009 12:48 PM

Thank you for the request. Welcome in our world.
[Mue]
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Jun 22 2009 4:16 AM

well i see you didn't waste anytime coming to the site thank you very much! haha
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Jun 21 2009 8:33 PM

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Jun 15 2009 6:02 PM

Nice!
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Jun 14 2009 5:46 PM

MERCI BEAUCOUP MICHAEL !
Thanks for being a friend !
Greetings from France !
Y/D
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Jun 12 2009 9:11 PM

Thanks for the friend request! Hope you can come see our band the Sin City Sinners!
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Jun 12 2009 7:23 AM

Tnx 4 the ADD!!

** Ivan **
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Jun 12 2009 4:19 AM

Thank you for the request and your wonderful music.
Cheers,
2ACCESS
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Jun 12 2009 1:58 AM

HEY MICHAEL!!! HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH YA!!! THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP AND SUPPORT!!!
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Jun 11 2009 4:29 PM

hallo and welcome!!
great music! keep on sharing it!!

best wishes

Silvia
Andrea





Jun 11 2009 2:06 PM


Be happy and laugh often... Life is truly beautiful! Very nice to meet you, Michael...


Love,Peace&Light ~Andrea~
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Jun 11 2009 1:42 PM

With Pleasure~
Gary Spaulding





Jun 11 2009 12:43 PM

Thanks for the request. Rock On!
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Jun 11 2009 12:42 PM

Merci beaucoup Michael pour l'invitation. Ravie et honorée. Zikalement. D.
Yvonne Wölke





Jun 11 2009 9:31 AM

Danke fürs My Space "Freund" sein..
Bin jeden Tag wieder überrascht und begeistert über viele neue "Freunde".
Seaven Seals feat. Yvonne Wölke "Ohne ein Wort" (Der Unfall), als Video auf meiner Seite.
Yvonne
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Thank you for adding me to your list, please feel free to always get in touch with me.
And tell everyone about my profile :-)
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Jun 11 2009 9:06 AM

Hola!
Muchas gracias por el add! Espero que te guste mi música (mi disco Vendrán Días acaba de salir a la venta, échale un vistazo!)
Besos, Irene
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Jun 11 2009 3:49 AM

MANY THANKS FOR ADDING ME AND MY MUSIC TO YOUR LIST, IT'S MUCH APPRECIATED. PEACE ALWAYS AND HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND.

BKJ
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Jun 11 2009 2:04 AM

Hello from Memphis, home of the blues!
Thanks for having a listen.
We appreciate that very much!
Have a rockin' week!
Randy/Pegasus Actual
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Jun 11 2009 1:47 AM

Hello from Memphis, home of the blues!
Thanks for having a listen.
We appreciate that very much!
Have a rockin' week!
Randy/Pegasus Actual
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