Jiayi He - Virtual Harmonica Concert via Zoom
Attendees must register on the library website to receive the Zoom link. Born in Beijing in 1953, He immigrated to New York in 1998. He is a self-taught musician who took inspiration from his older sister, who began to teach him the harmonica at age 11. He also plays the erhu, a two-string Chinese violin, flute, cello, clarinet, and piano, but regards the harmonica as his calling. He owns more than 300 harmonicas in various shapes and sizes from all over the world, including China, Korea, Brazil, Japan, and Germany. Harmonica manufacturers recognize his virtuosity, too. He has received 3rd Place at the International Harmonica Competition in the U.S., 2nd Place at the World Harmonica Championships in Japan and Germany, and has been a featured soloist all over the world. In addition, He received worldwide exposure as a harmonica player in Season 5 of America's Got Talent!
Performances on Make Music Day
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2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Waterford Public Library
49 Rope Ferry Road Waterford