Paula Dreyer

Music has a mysterious way of magically transforming, calming, and connecting us. Paula Dreyer is a classically-trained pianist and composer, making music in a unique style that draws on influences of classical, Spanish, film scores, and improvisational music. Her Hempy program features a mix of originals, improvisations, intricate covers, and classical music curated to calm and uplift your spirit.
Hempy Series
Concert

Feb 16, 2:00 pm

SCA Lobby
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$25
Hempy Pass
$105

About the artist

Paula Dreyer is a pianist, composer, and educator- making music in a unique style that draws upon influences of classical, Spanish, film, and improvisational music. Known for her transporting and mesmerizing performances, Paula has graced world-class stages from Carnegie Hall to the Green Music Center, performing across five continents. She was the first prize winner in the Montreal Classical Music Festival and frequently composes for world-renowned choreographer Kevin Jenkins.

Contemporary Fusion hails her music as “refreshingly innovative piano imagery… the most unique I’ve heard after 30 years reviewing every type of music imaginable.”

Paula is the creator of an innovative concert series and piano improvisation program called Piano Flow. She has been an Artist-in-Residence in Portugal, where she composed much of the music for her globally successful Little Gems for Piano educational series. Paula’s solo album Central Star was nominated for album of the year on solopiano.com. She thrives on creating music that offers a soul awakening experience for the listener.

She recently completed a tour of China. She was invited to present her Little Gems books and perform candlelit concerts in eight cities across China.

A dynamic pianist, composer, and educator, Paula captivates global audiences through her Little Gems for Piano books, albums, concerts, and the transformative Piano Flow improvisation program, fostering inspiration and connection worldwide.

She resides in the beautiful mountain town of Bend, Oregon with her husband and two daughters.

https://pauladreyer.com/

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