Thursday, March 16, 2017

Quad City Herald: [William Chapman] Nyaho to perform at Omak Performing Arts Center April 14 [7 PM]




Dr. William Chapman Nyaho (b. 1958) is featured at AfriClassical.com. He is a well-traveled recitalist with a great many residencies to his credit.  He has both landmark recordings and sheet music publications to his credit. His performance website is http://www.nyaho.com/ and he has a Facebook Page.
 
Quad City Herald


OMAK - Audience will delight in the piano music of William Chapman Nyaho, who will perform at the Omak Performing Arts Center Friday, April 14 at 7 p.m. A unique cultural experience is guaranteed as this prize-wining pianist shares his African roots in an inspirational musical event. He has performed in Africa, Europe, The Caribbean and North America. Nyaho’s love of music is expressed through his insightful technique, creating an exciting musical experience. Audiences leave concerts stating , “We don’t often get the privilege of hearing such rhythmically exciting music.” “Nyaho is a very accomplished, gifted pianist.” “The concert was a real treat-right up there with my most memorable experience. Thank you for hosting such a wonderful event.”

William Chapman Nyaho was born in Washington D.C. When he was only 10 months old his parents returned to their native Ghana where he grew up graduating from Ghana’s Achimota School. He studied piano with John Barham. He received his B. A. in Music from Oxford University in the United Kingdom. 

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