Renowned pianist makes his Canadian debut in support of diabetes awareness in children

Having gained a reputation worldwide for his humour infused performances, classical pianist Julian Gargiulo will make his Canadian debut on September 7, 2010 at The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto, in support of diabetes awareness in children and youth. Sharing his own brand of wit while playing some of the world's greatest classical music, Julian Gargiulo receives rave reviews for his unique and charismatic concert performances which have taken place in famous concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Moscow Conservatory Hall and Verona Philharmonic Hall to name but a few.

In association with the NYFEN Film Makers and Actors Network and the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism, Gargiulo is scheduled to perform at The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Ontario Room, providig music lovers with an intimate concert experience that will also serve to raise funds and awareness for diabetes in children in both Canada and the Caribbean. Gargiulo will play classical pieces in addition to works from his sixth CD, 'Mostly Julian', which includes music performed on recent tours of Italy, the Caribbean and Southest Asia, and will be premiering a new piece called Halloween.

"Gargiulo's performance style sets him apart from traditional concert pianists", says concert presenter Christina Rowlandson. "Throughout his concerts, Gargiulo is often on his feet, telling the audience the back story to his selections or encouraging audience members to name his songs and ask questions. It is a truly memorable experience to watch Julian play and we are delighted he is assisting with fundraising for juvenile diabetes."

Miss World Canada Denise Garrido will be on hand to support the evening and the cause. Tickets cost $80 which includes a VIP welcome reception and an amazing silent auction starting at 6:45 pm. General admission tickets cost $50. The performance begins at 8:00 pm and Gargiulo will be signing CDs following the event. To reserve a ticket to the performance, visit http://juliangargiulocanada.eventbrite.com. Ticket purchasers are advised to book early as seating is limited. 

Julian will also be conducting an outreach classical music workshop at Lakeshore Collegiate Institute located at 350 Kipling Avenue in Toronto. Call Hether at 647 878 5191 for more details.

For more information about Julian Gargiulo, visit http://www.juliangargiulo.com/home.html

 "...incisive touch of the great virtuoso."

L'Arena di Verona

 "Fascinating, fun, ambitious and compelling...Julian is a volcano of ideas..."

Oggi 7 - New York

Born and educated in Italy, with dual U.S. and Italian citizenship, Mr. Gargiulo studied at the Verona State Conservatory (Randone), the Mugi Academy in Rome (Ciccolini), and the Moscow State Conservatory (Zuponcic), Master's Degree at the Peabody Conservatory of the John Hopkins University (Slutsky), and his Doctor of Musical Arts Degree at the University of Maryland (Rodriguez). Dr. Gargiulo is the founder and director of the Sacred Heart Concert Series, a program that brings classical music to younger audiences and the Water Island Classical Music Festival in the Virgin Islands.