"Messin' with the Classix" This solo piano CD contains 12 unique versions of some of the world's most famous classical compositions. The pieces have been updated and rearranged into a flowing meditative style that can best be described as "New Age Classical." Unlike much of New Age music, which can often be repetitive and bland, these arrangements contain the beautiful lyrical melodies and rich harmonies of the original pieces. The harmonic structure and rhythm of the original works have been manipulated in a way that will lead the listener to an engaging, relaxing and fulfilling experience. "Messin' with the Classix" contains music from Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Handel, Schubert and more. Tracks 1, 2 & 3 on the playlist are from this CD. "Messin' with the Classix" can be purchased at:
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"In My Solitude" This solo piano CD contains 14 original compositions composed and performed by Michael Hughes. Each piece is a unique eclectic mix of pop, classical and jazz that will transport you away from the confines of everyday life. Tracks 4,5 & 6 on the playlist are from this CD. "In My Solitude" can be purchased at:
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“The Birthday CD” contains 50 different instrumental versions of the famous birthday music "Happy Birthday to You," in styles ranging from Swing to Country, Reggae to Disco, to everything in between—all on one CD! This one-of-a-kind CD is the ideal birthday music to play at any birthday celebration and the perfect birthday music gift idea. The Birthday CD will provide an unmatched experience of great music and good fun for many birthdays to come! Track 7 & 8 on the playlist are from this CD. Hard copies of "The Birthday CD" can be purchased at: www.thebirthdaycd.com
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"The Birthday CD for Piano" contains 30 different piano arrangements of the song “Happy Birthday To You” that were inspired by the instrumental tracks on the original "The Birthday CD." I created this CD for people who love listening to solo piano, and for piano players who might want to play these versions themselves. The piano sheet music for these arrangements can be downloaded for free at my website:
www.thebirthdaycd.com/LearnSheetMusic.htm
"The Birthday CD for Piano" can be purchased at:
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MIKE'S FAMILY PICTURES
Michael Hughes is an experienced and versatile musician capable of performing in a variety of musical situations. Michael received his Bachelor of Composition Degree from Berklee College of Music and taught there several years as well. He was musical director for “Hair” in Boston and has backed up many artists including Thelma Houston and Kenny Rankin. As a composer, Michael has written a rock opera that was performed at the Roundhouse Theater in London, England, arranged music for the Buddy Rich Band, and written and performed music for the television shows “The Untouchables,” “Wings,” “Cheers,” “Dear John” and “Frasier.” Michael is extremely proficient at electronic music. He is adept at computer sequencing and programming synthesizers. He has booked and led his own bands from four to ten pieces and is quite comfortable conducting and leading bands of all kinds. Michael’s favorite thing to do is to play the keyboards. He is equally at home on acoustic piano and synthesizer. He can play many different styles of music - honestly and with authority. Currently, Michael is living in Los Angeles, working studios, clubs and casuals.
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Hire Michael to play solo piano at your private party. He can play a wide range of styles from pop to classical to jazz. If you would like to hear a sample of his repertoire, you can send him a message through myspace and he will email you back six different mp3 files of his playing (these performances cannot be posted on this site because of copyright issues). Song titles are: “Isn’t She Lovely.” ”Don’t Get Around Much Anymore,” “The Entertainer,” “Linus and Lucy” (Peanuts), Blackbird (Beatles), and a Chopin Waltz.
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The Michael Hughes Jazz Trio consists of Michael Hughes on piano, Lou Shock on bass, and Jack LeCompte on drums. The trio can be downsized to a duo (piano and bass), or expanded to a quartet by adding a saxophone. Because of their years of experience, these musicians faithfully play all the jazz styles from the 40’s to the present. These styles include the standards of Ellington and Gershwin, the post-bop tunes of Horace Silver, Dave Brubeck, and Bill Evans, the soulful hits of Ramsey Lewis and Les McCann, and the jazz fusion songs of Chick Corea, Joe Sample, and Herbie Hancock. Tracks 9 & 10 on the playlist are performances by Mike’s Trio.
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