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Taylor Eigsti & Friends at The Falcon
Courtesy of Sally Lynch | Posted on April 23, 2014
Where
The Falcon
1348 Rte 9w
Marlboro, NY
Map
845-236-7970
When
Sun, June 8, 2014
7:00 pm
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Musicians
Taylor Eigsti
pianoAbout
New York-based pianist and composer Taylor Eigsti began his illustrious musical career as a bandleader at age 12. Eigsti was quickly labeled a prodigy, and released 4 early albums as a leader before signing with Concord Records, where he has released three highly acclaimed albums. Eigsti has been recognized by critics internationally for his unique touch and rhythmic control, and his innovative improvisational storytelling.
The now 26-year old California native released "Lucky to Be Me", nominated for two GRAMMY awards for Best Instrumental Compostion and Best Instrumental Jazz Solo. Along with his original compositions, Eigsti has also worked diligently to pass along the torch to younger generations at universities from UC Berkley to NYU and many in between. He's currently on the advisory board of the Stanford Jazz Workshop, where he has taught for 12 years. ...