For some budding musicians (and even old pros), the very sight of sheet music can elicit a fight-or-flight response, bringing up painful memories of strict piano teachers and high-pressure recitals.
George Collier, a 20-year-old music transcriber, is doing his part to change that.
Another clip, titled “She Practiced 40 Hours a Day for This,” captures a virtuosic Mozart piano cadenza by Mitsuko Uchida.
While Collier specializes in jazz, he also showcases performances from the classical world, as well as everyday people with impressive talents.
A clip titled “When Your Family Is Musically Competent” features a version of “Happy Birthday” that turns into improvised gospel-laden riffing.
Persons:
George Collier, Collier, Wynton Marsalis, Celine Dion, who’ve, what’s, ” Collier, ”, Frank Lacy, Art Blakey, Mitsuko Uchida, Joe Turner’s “
Organizations:
Warwick University, YouTube, Art, London
Locations:
United Kingdom