Dax Johnson — Биография / История
Dax Johnson - америкаский композитор.
Дэкс Джонсон — пианист, композитор и фантаст, поражал любителей фортепианной музыки последние 10 лет. Он продал тысячи альбомов и заработал преданных поклонников на всей западной части Соединенных Штатов. Он известен как неоклассический композитор, фантаст и исполнитель. Вплоть до своей ранней кончины в 2005 году Дэкс рассматривал новое жизненное приключение, обратив свое внимание на другую музыкальную арену, такое как певец и автор песен.
Dax was not your ordinary coffee shop minstrel or Billy Joel wanna-be. His music found its roots in artists as diverse as The Eels, Mark Cohn, Cat Stevens, Mazzi Star, and Pixies. It was then stamped with Dax’s innate drive to create something different and original. Traditional instruments like the piano, cello, and drums become instruments of experimentation and obscure tonality. Layering their natural acoustic sounds and his 4th Pedal invention (a method only Dax was known for), one can hear the voice of a harp mingled with a string section or hollow percussion sounds and the hum of a synthesizer pit against the impression that someone is reaching into the piano to pluck the strings. These richly textured arrangements leave space for Dax’s soulful baritone vocals and introspective lyrics to take precedence, giving the music a distinct character that is at once progressive and eerily undeniable.
His live set-up was also an aesthetic to behold. Using multimedia backdrops to set the mood, he played two grand pianos at the same time, a cello player on top of one, and a drummer in between. On stage Dax was physically emotive and a dynamic performer, drawing in listeners at a mere glance. Combine this with the music and the result is an experience that is completely engaging and wholly entertaining. After only several public performances, Dax’s newest project was already turning industry heads. As he continued to tour the west and promote his 3rd solo piano record, he was already making plans for a record and tour with the new project later this year. As the project continued to develop and the hype surrounding it inevitably grew, Dax made one thing abundantly clear- this solo pianist had found his true voice.
Defying convention is a place where Dax has always thrived, whose kinship with the piano began at the age of six, when he began to teach himself to play. His musical influences, ranging from Bach and Mozart to Metallica and George Winston, mingle with the "music in his head" to create his lavish, distinct style.
In the early 90's, Dax took his music to the streets - literally. Rolling his piano out of the back of his van and setting up shop on the street corners of Spokane, Washington, Dax established his own venue to share his music with a wide audience, and made his living on tips alone. The street musician was eventually invited to make appearances at bookstores and coffee houses, leading to concert performances in many areas of the Western states, and the release of two solo piano CDs.
As a solo pianist, Dax has been featured in over fifty local, national and regional publications such as PBS Profile and the LA Times, and on over 20 different news stations, including CNN. He has appeared with a variety of other artists, including Stevie Nicks, The Long Beach Dub All-Stars, AJ Croce, Burlap to Cashmere, and David Nevue. Dax is especially proud that his music was played for the President's Cabinet during a ceremony honoring the fallen firefighters of 9-11. Now he begins another chapter of his career and creativity, establishing a unique sound that will touch a whole new audience of music lovers.
The pages following will update you on Dax's career to date as well as his future projects. News of concerts, projects, cd releases and activities will be posted on the "Calendar" and "Latest News" pages as plans are finalized. If you have questions, comments, suggestions about what you'd like to see on the site, please drop us an email and let us know!
Dax is not your ordinary coffee shop minstrel or Billy Joel wanna-be. His music finds its roots in artists as diverse as The Eels, Mark Cohn, Cat Stevens, Mazzi Star, and Pixies. It is then stamped with Dax’s innate drive to create something different and original. Traditional instruments like the piano, cello, and drums become instruments of experimentation and obscure tonality. Layering their natural acoustic sounds and his 4th Pedal invention (a method only Dax is known for), one can hear the voice of a harp mingled with a string section or hollow percussion sounds and the hum of a synthesizer pit against the impression that someone is reaching into the piano to pluck the strings. These richly textured arrangements leave space for Dax’s soulful baritone vocals and introspective lyrics to take precedence, giving the music a distinct character that is at once progressive and eerily undeniable.
His live set-up is also an aesthetic to behold. Using multimedia backdrops to set the mood,
he plays two grand pianos at the same time, a cello player on top of one, and a drummer in between. On stage Dax is physically emotive and a dynamic performer, drawing in listeners at a mere glance. Combine this with the music and the result is an experience that is completely engaging and wholly entertaining.
After only several public performances, Dax’s new project is already turning industry heads. As he continues to tour the west and promote his 3rd solo piano record, he is already making plans for a record and tour with the new project later this year. As the project continues to develop and the hype surrounding it inevitably grows, Dax is making one thing abundantly clear- this solo pianist has found his true voice.
Defying convention is a place where Dax has always thrived, whose kinship with the piano began at the age of six, when he began to teach himself to play. His musical influences, ranging from Bach and Mozart to Metallica and George Winston, mingle with the
"music in his head" to create his lavish, distinct style.
In the early 90's, Dax took his music to the streets - literally. Rolling his piano out of the
back of his van and setting up shop on the street corners of Spokane, Washington, Dax established his own venue to share his music with a wide audience, and made his living on tips alone. The street musician was eventually invited to make appearances at bookstores and coffee houses, leading to concert performances in many areas of the Western states, and the release of two solo piano CDs.
As a solo pianist, Dax has been featured in over fifty local, national and regional publications such as PBS Profile and the LA Times, and on over 20 different news stations, including CNN. He has appeared with a variety of other artists, including Stevie Nicks, The Long Beach Dub All-Stars, AJ Croce, Burlap to Cashmere, and David Nevue. Dax is especially proud that his music was played for the President's Cabinet during a ceremony honoring the fallen firefighters of 9-11. Now he begins another chapter of his career and creativity,
establishing a unique sound that will touch a whole new audience of music lovers.
Дэкс Джонсон — пианист, композитор и фантаст, поражал любителей фортепианной музыки последние 10 лет. Он продал тысячи альбомов и заработал преданных поклонников на всей западной части Соединенных Штатов. Он известен как неоклассический композитор, фантаст и исполнитель. Вплоть до своей ранней кончины в 2005 году Дэкс рассматривал новое жизненное приключение, обратив свое внимание на другую музыкальную арену, такое как певец и автор песен.
Dax was not your ordinary coffee shop minstrel or Billy Joel wanna-be. His music found its roots in artists as diverse as The Eels, Mark Cohn, Cat Stevens, Mazzi Star, and Pixies. It was then stamped with Dax’s innate drive to create something different and original. Traditional instruments like the piano, cello, and drums become instruments of experimentation and obscure tonality. Layering their natural acoustic sounds and his 4th Pedal invention (a method only Dax was known for), one can hear the voice of a harp mingled with a string section or hollow percussion sounds and the hum of a synthesizer pit against the impression that someone is reaching into the piano to pluck the strings. These richly textured arrangements leave space for Dax’s soulful baritone vocals and introspective lyrics to take precedence, giving the music a distinct character that is at once progressive and eerily undeniable.
His live set-up was also an aesthetic to behold. Using multimedia backdrops to set the mood, he played two grand pianos at the same time, a cello player on top of one, and a drummer in between. On stage Dax was physically emotive and a dynamic performer, drawing in listeners at a mere glance. Combine this with the music and the result is an experience that is completely engaging and wholly entertaining. After only several public performances, Dax’s newest project was already turning industry heads. As he continued to tour the west and promote his 3rd solo piano record, he was already making plans for a record and tour with the new project later this year. As the project continued to develop and the hype surrounding it inevitably grew, Dax made one thing abundantly clear- this solo pianist had found his true voice.
Defying convention is a place where Dax has always thrived, whose kinship with the piano began at the age of six, when he began to teach himself to play. His musical influences, ranging from Bach and Mozart to Metallica and George Winston, mingle with the "music in his head" to create his lavish, distinct style.
In the early 90's, Dax took his music to the streets - literally. Rolling his piano out of the back of his van and setting up shop on the street corners of Spokane, Washington, Dax established his own venue to share his music with a wide audience, and made his living on tips alone. The street musician was eventually invited to make appearances at bookstores and coffee houses, leading to concert performances in many areas of the Western states, and the release of two solo piano CDs.
As a solo pianist, Dax has been featured in over fifty local, national and regional publications such as PBS Profile and the LA Times, and on over 20 different news stations, including CNN. He has appeared with a variety of other artists, including Stevie Nicks, The Long Beach Dub All-Stars, AJ Croce, Burlap to Cashmere, and David Nevue. Dax is especially proud that his music was played for the President's Cabinet during a ceremony honoring the fallen firefighters of 9-11. Now he begins another chapter of his career and creativity, establishing a unique sound that will touch a whole new audience of music lovers.
The pages following will update you on Dax's career to date as well as his future projects. News of concerts, projects, cd releases and activities will be posted on the "Calendar" and "Latest News" pages as plans are finalized. If you have questions, comments, suggestions about what you'd like to see on the site, please drop us an email and let us know!
Dax is not your ordinary coffee shop minstrel or Billy Joel wanna-be. His music finds its roots in artists as diverse as The Eels, Mark Cohn, Cat Stevens, Mazzi Star, and Pixies. It is then stamped with Dax’s innate drive to create something different and original. Traditional instruments like the piano, cello, and drums become instruments of experimentation and obscure tonality. Layering their natural acoustic sounds and his 4th Pedal invention (a method only Dax is known for), one can hear the voice of a harp mingled with a string section or hollow percussion sounds and the hum of a synthesizer pit against the impression that someone is reaching into the piano to pluck the strings. These richly textured arrangements leave space for Dax’s soulful baritone vocals and introspective lyrics to take precedence, giving the music a distinct character that is at once progressive and eerily undeniable.
His live set-up is also an aesthetic to behold. Using multimedia backdrops to set the mood,
he plays two grand pianos at the same time, a cello player on top of one, and a drummer in between. On stage Dax is physically emotive and a dynamic performer, drawing in listeners at a mere glance. Combine this with the music and the result is an experience that is completely engaging and wholly entertaining.
After only several public performances, Dax’s new project is already turning industry heads. As he continues to tour the west and promote his 3rd solo piano record, he is already making plans for a record and tour with the new project later this year. As the project continues to develop and the hype surrounding it inevitably grows, Dax is making one thing abundantly clear- this solo pianist has found his true voice.
Defying convention is a place where Dax has always thrived, whose kinship with the piano began at the age of six, when he began to teach himself to play. His musical influences, ranging from Bach and Mozart to Metallica and George Winston, mingle with the
"music in his head" to create his lavish, distinct style.
In the early 90's, Dax took his music to the streets - literally. Rolling his piano out of the
back of his van and setting up shop on the street corners of Spokane, Washington, Dax established his own venue to share his music with a wide audience, and made his living on tips alone. The street musician was eventually invited to make appearances at bookstores and coffee houses, leading to concert performances in many areas of the Western states, and the release of two solo piano CDs.
As a solo pianist, Dax has been featured in over fifty local, national and regional publications such as PBS Profile and the LA Times, and on over 20 different news stations, including CNN. He has appeared with a variety of other artists, including Stevie Nicks, The Long Beach Dub All-Stars, AJ Croce, Burlap to Cashmere, and David Nevue. Dax is especially proud that his music was played for the President's Cabinet during a ceremony honoring the fallen firefighters of 9-11. Now he begins another chapter of his career and creativity,
establishing a unique sound that will touch a whole new audience of music lovers.
Дакс Джонсон - соло пианист, композитор и изобретатель. Он продал тысячи записей и развил благочестивое движение по всей западной части США. Он известен как неоклассический композитор, изобретатель, и исполнитель. Перед его ранней смертью в 2005 году Дакс начал пробовать себя в новом направлении, как певец и автор песен.
Дакс не ваш обычный кафе менестрель или Билли Джоэл хочу быть. Его музыка нашли свои корни в художников, как разнообразны, как угри, Марк Кон, Кэт Стивенс, Mazzi звезды, и Pixies. Это было тогда штамп с врожденной диска DAX для создания что-то другое и оригинальное. Традиционные инструменты, такие как фортепиано, виолончели, и барабаны стали инструментами экспериментов и неясной тональности. Расслоение свои природные акустические звуки и его 4 педали изобретение (способ только Дакс был известен), можно услышать голос арфы, смешанной с струнной секции или полые звуки ударных и жужжанием синтезатора яму против впечатление, что кто-то достигнув в пианино перебирает струны. Эти богато текстурированные договоренности оставить пространство для проникновенных баритон вокал DAX в текстах и интроспективных взять верх, давая музыке особый характер, который сразу прогрессивным и устрашающе неоспоримы.
о в прямом эфире настройка также эстетическое зрелище. Использование мультимедийных декораций, чтобы установить настроение, он играл два рояля, в то же время, на виолончели игрока на вершине одного, и барабанщик между ними. На сцене Дакс физически эмоциональный и динамичный исполнитель, опираясь на слушателей в простой взгляд. Объедините это с музыкой, и результат является опыт, который полностью интересным и полностью интересным. После нескольких только публичных выступлений, новый проект DAX был уже обращаясь промышленности головы. Как он продолжал гастролировать на западе и содействовать его 3-й сольный фортепианный альбом, он уже строит планы на запись и гастроли с новым проектом в конце этого года. Поскольку проект продолжал развиваться, а ажиотаж вокруг неизбежно росла, Дакс сделал одно совершенно Ярче это соло пианиста нашел свое истинное голос.
Вопреки конвенции является местом, где Дакс всегда процветал, чье родство с фортепиано начал в возрасте шести лет, когда он начал учить себя играть. Его музыкальные влияния, начиная от Баха и Моцарта до Металлики и Джордж Уинстон, пообщаться с "музыкой в голове", чтобы создать свой роскошный, особый стиль.
В начале 90-х годов, Дакс взял свою музыку на улицы - в буквальном смысле. Закатив пианино из задней его фургон и создания магазина на улице углах Спокан, штат Вашингтон, Дакс основал свою собственную место, чтобы поделиться своей музыкой с широкой аудиторией, и зарабатывал себе на жизнь на кончиках одиночку. На улице музыкант в конце концов пригласил для выступлений в книжных магазинах и кофейнях, что приводит к концертных выступлений во многих районах западных государств, и освобождение двух сольных фортепианных компакт-дисков.
Как пианист, Дакс был показан в более чем пятидесяти местных, национальных и региональных изданий, таких как PBS профиля и LA Times, и на более чем 20 различных новостных станций, в том числе CNN. Он появился с различными другими художниками, в том числе Стиви Никс, The Long Beach Dub All-Stars, А. Кроче, мешковиной в Cashmere, и Дэвид Nevue. Дакс особенно гордимся тем, что его музыка играла для кабинета президента во время церемонии в честь падших пожарных 9-11. Теперь он начинает новую главу в своей карьере и творчестве, о создании уникальный звук, который будет касаться целую новую аудиторию любителей музыки.
Дакс не ваш обычный кафе менестрель или Билли Джоэл хочу быть. Его музыка нашли свои корни в художников, как разнообразны, как угри, Марк Кон, Кэт Стивенс, Mazzi звезды, и Pixies. Это было тогда штамп с врожденной диска DAX для создания что-то другое и оригинальное. Традиционные инструменты, такие как фортепиано, виолончели, и барабаны стали инструментами экспериментов и неясной тональности. Расслоение свои природные акустические звуки и его 4 педали изобретение (способ только Дакс был известен), можно услышать голос арфы, смешанной с струнной секции или полые звуки ударных и жужжанием синтезатора яму против впечатление, что кто-то достигнув в пианино перебирает струны. Эти богато текстурированные договоренности оставить пространство для проникновенных баритон вокал DAX в текстах и интроспективных взять верх, давая музыке особый характер, который сразу прогрессивным и устрашающе неоспоримы.
о в прямом эфире настройка также эстетическое зрелище. Использование мультимедийных декораций, чтобы установить настроение, он играл два рояля, в то же время, на виолончели игрока на вершине одного, и барабанщик между ними. На сцене Дакс физически эмоциональный и динамичный исполнитель, опираясь на слушателей в простой взгляд. Объедините это с музыкой, и результат является опыт, который полностью интересным и полностью интересным. После нескольких только публичных выступлений, новый проект DAX был уже обращаясь промышленности головы. Как он продолжал гастролировать на западе и содействовать его 3-й сольный фортепианный альбом, он уже строит планы на запись и гастроли с новым проектом в конце этого года. Поскольку проект продолжал развиваться, а ажиотаж вокруг неизбежно росла, Дакс сделал одно совершенно Ярче это соло пианиста нашел свое истинное голос.
Вопреки конвенции является местом, где Дакс всегда процветал, чье родство с фортепиано начал в возрасте шести лет, когда он начал учить себя играть. Его музыкальные влияния, начиная от Баха и Моцарта до Металлики и Джордж Уинстон, пообщаться с "музыкой в голове", чтобы создать свой роскошный, особый стиль.
В начале 90-х годов, Дакс взял свою музыку на улицы - в буквальном смысле. Закатив пианино из задней его фургон и создания магазина на улице углах Спокан, штат Вашингтон, Дакс основал свою собственную место, чтобы поделиться своей музыкой с широкой аудиторией, и зарабатывал себе на жизнь на кончиках одиночку. На улице музыкант в конце концов пригласил для выступлений в книжных магазинах и кофейнях, что приводит к концертных выступлений во многих районах западных государств, и освобождение двух сольных фортепианных компакт-дисков.
Как пианист, Дакс был показан в более чем пятидесяти местных, национальных и региональных изданий, таких как PBS профиля и LA Times, и на более чем 20 различных новостных станций, в том числе CNN. Он появился с различными другими художниками, в том числе Стиви Никс, The Long Beach Dub All-Stars, А. Кроче, мешковиной в Cashmere, и Дэвид Nevue. Дакс особенно гордимся тем, что его музыка играла для кабинета президента во время церемонии в честь падших пожарных 9-11. Теперь он начинает новую главу в своей карьере и творчестве, о создании уникальный звук, который будет касаться целую новую аудиторию любителей музыки.
