Video: Pianist stops by EMF
Friday, July 25, 2008
(Updated 9:50 am)
Awadagin Pratt attracted attention for becoming the first African American to win the prestigious Naumburg International Piano Competition in 1992.
"It was the absolute springboard for my career," says Pratt, 42, who is in concert Friday night at the Eastern Music Festival. "Now, the attention is much more on my playing ..."
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Photo Caption: Awadagin Pratt
Want to go?
What: EMF student orchestra with guest pianist Awadagin Pratt
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Dana Auditorium, Guilford College
Admission: $17-$25
Tickets and information: 272-0160 or www.easternmusicfestival.org
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