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Home News and events About me Biography, background, press, and tidbits both musical and nonmusical My musicals Five shows I've written, including one that ran Off-Broadway in 2006 and one currently in development The Chagall Suite A commissioned 8-movement piano piece inspired by Marc Chagall's artworks, and a tribute to Chagall and Elvis Listen Hear my music on this site and buy my recordings Musical direction See my ideas regarding musical direction, see my resume, or let me coach you for auditions and give you accompaniment tracks to practice with Transcription services Send me a recording to create sheet music from, or have me transpose or arrange a song or instrumental work Travelogues Read accounts of my long-term trips and my experience on the Fosse tour Mailing list Subscribe to receive news and travelogues | NewsIn addition to these events, I will be playing for the Shabbat service at Congregation Or Olam, 308 East 55th Street, NYC, on February 14 at 6:30 p.m. January 7 | Jodi Keogan in Naples, Fla.Jodi Keogan, soprano | Seth Weinstein, pianistBroadway meets the Great American Songbook! A concert of American classics, musical theatre, and film, with a little opera to round things out.
January 8 | Vivian R. Jacobson's Elvis and Chagall in Pinehurst, N.C.Vivian R. Jacobson, lecturer | Seth Weinstein, pianistIn honor of what would have been Elvis Presley's 90th birthday, Vivian R. Jacobson will speak about Elvis Presley and Marc Chagall: a comparison of their upbringings, influences, and artistic styles, as well as personal experiences drawn from Chagall's messages of hope, peace, reconciliation, and love. For the first time, her lecture will be underscored by piano themes inspired by the two artists.
January 20 | Elana Polin's Weill, Vile, and Not So Vile SongsStarring Elana Polin | Seth Weinstein, piano | Ritt Henn, bass | Rex Benincasa, drumsNot invited to the presidential inaugural ball? Join us instead! Elana Polin returned to NYC during the pandemic after a near-quarter-century abduction by aliens. She re-hit the boards in 2022 only to be confounded sometime shortly thereafter regarding how best to convey her artistic gifts. Weill, Vile, and Not So Vile Songs is an exploration of the great "Irish" composers of the theatre — O'Sondheim, O'Bernstein, and more. (And I get to sing a little Tom Lehrer patter!)
January 26 | Catherine Berdie's How the Days Go ByStarring Catherine Berdie | Seth Weinstein, pianoCatherine reflects on the past year and the people for whom she is most grateful. She dedicates this show to her friends, family, and teachers — everyone who has listened to her music or watched her performances, all the people we have been, and every little glimmer of who we may become in the coming year.
February 8 | Creative Stage SpectacularPresented by the Creative Stage CollectiveAn unforgettable evening of creativity, laughter, and music! This dazzling performance brings together a star-studded cast featuring actors from hit Netflix series, network TV, and feature films; world-class dancers; jazz virtuosos; and international opera stars —performing alongside the multigenerational Creative Stage Collective troupe. Plus a full band! With a dynamic blend of imaginative sketches, hilarious song parodies, and music that spans the centuries — from Mozart to Stevie Wonder — this one-of-a-kind show is a joyous celebration that will captivate audiences of all ages. Prepare to be swept up in the playful spirit of a performance like no other!
The Abecedarian Walks | Updates on Instagram and TwitterMy endeavor to walk the perimeters of 26 islands, one for each letter of the alphabet. Recent walks: Diners of New Jersey
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(October 2020) The Train to That Thing in the Desert (by train, mostly, from the 2022 Scrabble Players Championship in Baltimore to Burning Man in the Nevada desert)
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