Blair McMillen, piano

Blair McMillen has established himself as one of the most sought-after and versatile pianists today. His repertoire spans from late-medieval keyboard manuscripts to the 21st century. Recent recitals include Miller Theatre’s 15th-anniversary “Piano Revolution” series, the Caramoor Festival, Dartmouth University, CalArts, the Institute for Advanced Study (in Princeton NJ), and “Music for the New Century” at Columbia University. Mr. McMillen recently made his Carnegie Hall debut as soloist, under the baton of David Robertson. Raised in San Francisco and Charlotte NC, he holds degrees from Oberlin College, the Manhattan School of Music, and the Juilliard School. In addition to the Naumburg Award-winning Da Capo Chamber Players, Blair McMillen is pianist for the composer/performer collective counter)induction, the American Modern Ensemble, and the downtown NYC-based Avian Orchestra. An active educator, improviser, and self-taught jazz pianist, he serves on the piano faculty at Bard College and Conservatory.