Program
Grant O'Brien Conductor
Michael Cavanaugh Vocals/Piano
Back by popular demand, Michael Cavanaugh has been praised for bringing smooth vocals, charismatic style and fiery flair to Billy Joel’s most beloved songs and is called “the new voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook” by Billboard. Handpicked by Joel himself to star in the hit Broadway musical Movin’ Out, Cavanaugh received both Tony® and GRAMMY® nominations for his role. Chart-toppers like “Piano Man,” “Uptown Girl” and “New York State of Mind” performed with the full power of the Symphony will have you rocking, rolling and wanting more.
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Featured Artists
Grant O'Brien JSYO Music Director & Assistant Conductor, Winston Family Endowed Chair
Grant O’Brien is a conductor, composer, and producer of music and musical productions. During his studies at the Eastman School of Music, he worked extensively with conductors Dr. Oliver Hagen, Dr. Mark Scatterday, Professor Brad Lubman in addition to the Emmy Award-winning Mark Watters...continue reading
Michael Cavanaugh
Michael began playing at age seven, when his parents bought their first piano. Encouraged by family and friends, and inspired by his hero Billy Joel, Michael formed his first band at age 10 and began playing local functions, fine-tuning the craft that would become his chosen career. His first full-time gig as a musician was an extended engagement in Orlando, Florida, at a piano bar called Blazing Pianos....continue reading
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