Pianist, Vocal Coach, Educator

American pianist Dana Brown is recognized for his commitment to music both standard and contemporary. He is also an educator dedicated to passing on the wisdom of his teachers. He has been heard many times on Chicago’s WFMT 98.7, in addition to the Ravinia Festival, the Tanglewood Festival, Rush Hour Concerts, the Grant Park Music Festival, WTTW’s Chicago Tonight, and the Chicago Humanities Festival.”Romantic Adventures” is the title of his new solo piano recital featured throughout 2024-25, and includes works by Chopin, Grieg, Clara Schumann and Enrique Granados.

Acclaim for the 4Tay Records album Were I With Thee, with Michelle Areyzaga, soprano:

5 Stars: A triumphant song recital by Michelle Areyzaga and Dana Brown

“…the music on Were I With Thee is an outpouring of extended and often passionate lyricism. Pianist Dana Brown is a marvelous partner, likewise a master of both the technical and interpretive aspects of the repertoire. … A marvelous recital.”

- Ken Meltzer – Fanfare

Whether singing at a hush or declaiming ecstatically at full volume, Areyzaga makes a powerful impression, and Brown shows himself to be an ever-empathetic and supportive partner. The two invested themselves fully into these performances and the project as a whole. It’s a celebration of women’s words, yes, but also a very clear confirmation of the performers’ artistry and commitment.” Read More

- Ron Schepper – Textura, February, 2022