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Music:

Joy Takes Flight
Why Do the Stars Fade?

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Highlights:

• Debut album, A Joyous Opus (2023), received four stars from DownBeat magazine
• Winner of the 2014 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition
• Performed Rhapsody in Blue with the Savannah Philharmonic in 2024

Long Bio:

Aaron Lehrian, born in 1994 in Seminole, Florida, is a highly acclaimed jazz pianist known for blending eclectic elements into his music. His journey began at five when he took piano lessons from his grandmother, igniting a lifelong passion for the instrument. His exceptional talent led him to win the prestigious Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition in 2014, solidifying his reputation as a rising star in the jazz world.

Throughout his career, Aaron has performed with esteemed orchestras such as the Savannah Philharmonic, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, and Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. His debut album, A Joyous Opus (2023), received four stars from DownBeat magazine, highlighting his highly melodic, creative, and organic approach. Believing that music should have meaning, he strives to make every song tell a story.

Currently based in Savannah, Georgia, Aaron continues to captivate audiences with his evocative interpretations and technical brilliance. His dedication to innovation and musical exploration keeps him at the forefront of the jazz community, inspiring musicians and listeners alike.

Short Bio:

Aaron Lehrian, born in 1994 in Seminole, Florida, is a jazz pianist known for blending eclectic elements into his music. He began playing at five under his grandmother’s guidance, leading to a lifelong passion for the instrument. In 2014, he won the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition, establishing himself as a rising star. Throughout his career, he has performed with esteemed orchestras such as the Savannah Philharmonic, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, and Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. His debut album, A Joyous Opus (2023), received four stars from DownBeat magazine, showcasing his highly melodic, creative, and organic approach. Now based in Savannah, Georgia, Aaron continues to push musical boundaries, captivating audiences with his evocative interpretations and technical brilliance.

Quotes:

“Worthy of Keith Jarrett.” ★★★★  —  Scott Yanow, DownBeat

“A beautiful blend of a classical pianist’s perfectionism and a jazz musician’s innovation.” — Carrie Seidman, Herald-Tribune

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