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Little Traveling Music... |
Photo:
Eirini Vourloumis for
The New York Times
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photographer catches Jim in mid-performance at Grand Central
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At
Grand Central, NYC. Photo: Kelly
Clark.
Jim Graseck is known and loved by New Yorkers
for his solo violin performances in venues ranging from Carnegie
Hall to MTA subway platforms. A graduate of The Juilliard
School, he has been soloist with orchestras in New York, New
Jersey, Pennsylvania and South Carolina. His numerous television
appearances include The Tonight Show, Prime
Time Live, The Morning Show, and
VH1's Behind the Music. Jim's film credits
include "One True Thing," starring
William Hurt and Meryl Streep.
It is clear that Graseck is a serious artist
with something to say. At the same time, he has made great
music and virtuoso performances accessible — virtually
at arm's length — to anyone with the good luck to stumble
onto him.
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it will be Spring — Celebrate
with music... |
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Jim Graseck presents a selection of his
favorite Broadway melodies.
Listen to a sample now: Rogers & Hart's Isn't
It Romantic?
For
the complete playlist and more samples, click
here. |
From the liveliness
and polish of Steve Cohen's sophisticated arrangements to the
improvisational verve of renowned musicians Lee Musiker on
piano, Bucky Pizzarelli on guitar and Jon Burr on bass, Jim
Graseck's latest CD collection delivers some of the sweetest
music on Broadway. Here are romantic standards that have endured
because they epitomize the best of Broadway's traditions — great
melodies, infectious rhythms and emotional punch. Order
now! |
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the original Graseck's Classics... |
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Listeners' top requested romantic
favorites, including "Meditation" from Thaïs by
Massenet, Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata, Pachelbel's Canon in
D, "Dance of the Spirits" from Orpheus and Euridice by
Gluck, and more. Order
now! |
More
great music on CDs |
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Music
for an Unforgettable Day |
Jim Graseck has many
years of experience playing for parties, gatherings and special
occasions, both private and corporate. He is available for
solo concert performance, studio and film work, clinic/residencies,
civic, corporate and private occasions. His repertoire covers
a vast range from classical through popular standards, ethnic
favorites, Broadway musicals and classic rock.
Brides, grooms and professional wedding
planners have turned to Jim to set the mood of perfect romance
for an unforgettable wedding day. From dramatic ceremonies
on the Brooklyn Bridge or at the top of the Empire State
Building, to sophisticated cocktail hours and receptions,
Jim has delighted celebrants and guests with wide-ranging
repertoire, both solo and with select accompanists.
Listen now to some examples of Jim's
playing:
Click here to
learn more about booking Jim for your special event or program. |
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