They’ve changed course in Cincinnati, reinstating Awadagin Pratt as director of the piano competition and accepting instead the resignation of the group’s executive director. The story’s here.
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Our earlier report: In what appears to be a major shake-up in the music world, pianist Awadagin Pratt has been relieved of his duties as Artistic Director of the Cincinnati World Piano Competition. The story is here: http://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/arts/2015/07/09/shakeup-cincinnati-world-piano-competition/29922303/.
The distinguished American pianist and teacher is on the faculty at the Eastern Music Festival this summer. Search CVNC for reviews and pending engagements there.
