Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata, 1st Mvt. (Marnie Laird - Brooklyn Classical)

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Brooklyn Duo is:
Marnie Laird, piano
Patrick Laird, cello

Marnie's Bio:

Canadian pianist Marnie Laird, praised as "…a technically immaculate, probing and authoritative protagonist" (The Miami Herald), enjoys an active career as a collaborative pianist, chamber musician, and soloist. Prior to founding Brooklyn Duo and Brooklyn Classical, Marnie spent three years as principal pianist of the New World Symphony in Miami under the direction of Michael Tilson Thomas. In high demand as a pianist in New York City, she worked with several opera companies, including the Gotham Chamber Opera, and was also on staff as a collaborative pianist at The Juilliard School after graduating. Recent performances have taken her to Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Merkin Hall, where her performance with cellist Matthew Zalkind for the Concert Artists Guild competition was broadcast live on WFMT radio.

Originally from Vancouver, BC, Marnie has been the recipient of numerous Canadian awards, including top prizes from the Canadian Music Competitions, Canadian Music Teachers' Association, and the BC Arts Council. Most notably she was awarded the Gold Medal for the highest mark in Canada on the A.R.C.T. piano performance exams. She made her solo orchestral debut at age 13 with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and has participated in the Tanglewood, Music Academy of the West, Kneisel Hall, and Banff summer festivals.

Marnie received her Master’s degree in collaborative piano from The Juilliard School, where she was the recipient of a full scholarship as well as the Orchestral Piano Fellowship. She also has a Master’s in solo piano performance from The University of British Columbia. Her principal teachers include Lorraine Ambrose, Robin Wood, Jane Coop, Jonathan Feldman, and Margo Garrett.

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[SOZSatire]

As a working-class, East London boy, I know little about classical music but as I sat and watched and listened to this rendition of utter beauty I feel no shame in admitting that I wept like a small child. Surely people like this lady have been touched by God.

[leenasivakumar]

One of the most beautiful performances of moonlight sonata I’ve ever heard

[davepage]

Absolutely Beautiful. My Mother Played That Piece When She Was Alive. Brings Back Wonderful Memories.

[georgewhitehead]

Marnie Laird's performance is exquisite. Besides this, there is a richness in this recording. I am sure that it is the piano, as well as her playing, but I also think that it is the way the piano was "miked" up. The use of twin recording units seemed to capture all of the "highs and lows" of this beautiful piece, and in a special kind of richness. Just listen to the depth of the tone, and the resonance, and you will find it very special, and very rich. Great job Marnie Laird, and great job to the "Sound Technicians."

[paulstacey]

Timeless beauty! In 500 years when all our contemporary music will be long forgotten, this will still be performed and revered.

[MichaelForbes]

A perfect performance on a beautiful Grand Piano. Thanks for sharing your talent. ❤

[tontoschwartz]

Marnie laird’s playing and interpretation of these pieces is exquisite. I purchased her cd as soon as I knew it was available. Whether you love these classic pieces or not you cannot helped to me fully moved by her playing.

[agataj.]

Timeless classic piece. Perfectly played, not too fast and not too slow😍😍

[bloombloom]

Thanks...this is like fresh air on the mountain top.

[marialperez]

Thank you Brooklyn Classical. You played with emotions which is the soul of undying music.

[bradabbott]

Watching her play takes me back my grandmother, who was a piano teacher watching her hands as she plays brings tears of joy thinking of my grandmother so beautifully done, thank you.

[cuitlahuacrivas]

Thank you for performing this piece with such serenity. Also thank you for keeping the low notes of the piano like they sound in live performances.

[jessicacat]

Marnie Laird is SO talented! 100/10 points😍

[iamalbert]

I love listening to Marnie's piano play during my study. It would be great if there is a package of video recording for 1 hour non stop so that I may not need to repeatedly click to select the songs. It could be either classic or popular cover songs.

[luisastetecanal]

Simplemente diré; FELICITACIONES a tu GRAN interpretación, por eso eres una maravillosa VIRTUOSA del Piano. saludos desde Perú.

[markazard]

Love how she plays it; right speed amd what a softness

[michellet]

Thanks Marnie Laird! This always helps me when I'm down.

[academicsolutionssas]

this master piece and the way in which it is performed touches the inner of one's soul. Pure inspiration.. Gentle, soft hands.. simply amazing!!!

[lilianzucchelli]

Que vontade de voltar a tocar piano!!!! Tocava esta música e outras Toquei em audições na adolescência até os 20 A vida nos distancia de algumas coisas e nos aproxima de outras. Cursei a faculdade dos meus sonhos e trabalho com o que amo (sou psicóloga Junguiana).Mas hoje, aos 59 anos, não consigo sequer ler uma Como é possível??? Estudei Mas estudar piano me trouxe a sensibilidade necessária para tentar compreender a alma humana, o que é essencial na minha profissão. Talvez seja o momento de resgatar o que ficou em suspenso por todos estes anos aguardando o amadurecimento necessário da minha alma para voltar à esta expressão tão sublime de vida e

[danteforno]

Solo di piano e veramente dificile bravissima