I perform the majority of my music solo on a grand piano or digital keyboards, but occasionally work with incredible people like Madeline Johnson (percussion-guitar and vocals--Eric Johnson (bass-piano-trombone) Fabulous Fred LaMotte on Tenor Sax and penny whistle.
I have had the privilege of accompaning many incredible voices over the years--
Influences
My piano style and sound has been influenced by my gospel piano roots and the rock and country and big band keyboardists of the 50's 60's and 70's as well.
My exposure to a multiplicity of music genre over the years has allowed me to play and perform in many different styles and feelings on the piano.
Please check out my CD's, "Father Son Esalen Moon", "Family and Friends", "Second Time Around"
and "Naked Bouquet" at CDBaby:
www.cdbaby.com/cd/rhysjohnson
Sounds Like
From Ray Charles to David Lanz, Yanni, Jerry Lee Lewis, Billy Joel, Peter Kater, Liberace, Carole King, and David the Red Rhys-Johnson (me)
I live an incredible life around my music and my love for the outdoors and self-growth--I have been fortunate to have found my bliss early in life when I was introduced to the piano at age 9. I have been performing non-stop since the age of 12.
I have 5 incredible children from ages 25-37. Rae, Cecily, Kyra, Aaron and Matt. I live my life around my music and my connection to the outdoors - not to mention trips to the Sierra's, Nothern Ca. and Oregon to visit my kids and grandkids. I have been an avid hiker, tennis player and sportsman my whole life, and am always looking for a tennis match or occasional round of golf etc.
I have released many CD's of piano music and have played the piano/keyboard on countless other performers CD's. Much of my music is available to purchase at www.cdbaby.com, you can also contact me directly with questions or for purchases.
My music also allows me to occasionally travel the West coast making love to the piano--Yes! I make love and in front of all those people! I have been divorced for 19+ years with 3 memorable live-in relationships. I live with my Golden Retriever Cheyenne in a wonderful "tree-house" like house with a studio downstairs, from which I teach piano. I am very well self-defined in life style, personal beliefs, and in what drives my life. My favorite quote is...
"Some people fear finding themselves alone so they don't find themselves at all."
Hello ! I just stopped by to tell you, that now you can download sheet music for solo piano directly from my MySpace page. The 12 pieces are the original piano arrangements from my Album "ALICE". Best wishes, Philippe Sateau
Thanks for add, glad you liked my water improvisation. I enjoyed listening to your music today very much, plus keen to see your son's myspace later today! Best wishes.
Mr. Redman! I saw a bunch of your business cards inside the Pagoda a few weeks ago. Are you doing any wedding gigs this summer at Point Defiance or Titlow Lodge? Let me know! I'll totally be there and see if I can likely work that event with you. If not I'll likely see ya there :-)
Your webpage is so relaxing. And, just the right lighting too where I can have the computer on at night and go to sleep listening to your awesomeness. Kind of like falling asleep by a warm fire. (smiles) Love you! M
Hey Poppy Red! Happy My Space to you! Just wanted to send you a bit of sunny Californ-i-a today. I guess we're "friends" now... I'm pretty lazy about my own page (much to some family members annoyance), so don't look to it for any sort of enlightenment! Hope all is well with you, and you're enjoying having Ms. Jo back in town!!! We're all really enjoying the CD- the boys dig it! Love you!
Hey Dad, happy birthday a day late! I called yesterday but no one answered :( I hope you had a great day, I have some good news for you whenever we talk!
