Going Gershwin
Ryan and Ryan
Two Pianists
Ryan & Ryan celebrate one of America’s greatest composers, George Gershwin.
Ryan & Ryan is a dynamic father-son piano duo that draws upon classic and contemporary music to create enthralling concert experiences.
A native of Trinidad & Tobago, Donald came to the United States to study music, earning degrees from Oral Roberts University and the University of Tulsa.
Barron has been playing piano since the age of four. He distinguished himself in piano studies at the University of Oklahoma and has been a featured soloist across the United States and internationally.
Donald and Barron amaze audiences with their skill, expressiveness, and love of making music.
“The dynamic duo of Ryan & Ryan is an entertaining and engaging evening of outstanding musicianship, a little bit of education, and a great deal of fun! – Ken Busby, Executive Director, Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa
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Program Highlights
- Kickin’ the Clouds Away – George Gershwin
- Sweet and Low-Down – George Gershwin
- Someone To Watch Over Me – George Gershwin
- ’S Wonderful – George Gershwin
- The Easy Winners – Scott Joplin
- Solace – Scott Joplin
- The Entertainer – Scott Joplin
- Rhapsody in Blue – George Gershwin
- Brasileira – Darius Milhaud
- Sophisticated Lady – Duke Ellington
- Porgy and Bess Fantasy for Two Pianos – George Gershwin
Tech Overview
- Sound: Carries own sound with ACS tech w/ local tech to assist
- Video: Not required
- Lights: Best available w/ local tech to run lights
- Stage: Clear, clean stage
- Stagehands: 1 to 2 able body persons to meet group at load in and assist with setup as needed; also needed at load out
- Piano: Grand Piano tuned the day of the performance – Allied will send a second electronic piano our tech will set up
- Hospitality: Hot Healthy Meal, Bottled Water, Beverages, Tea/Coffee and Snacks for 3
