Meet the Musicians

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5 DVD Set $79.99

Discover the world of these brilliant musicians, what life was like for them, both personally and professionally. Now you can invite great composers into your home, classroom, library or other venue with this amazing set of DVDs. Pianist and actor Dennis Kobray portrays Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Gershwin and a friend of Scott Joplin, "The King of Ragtime".

Each of our five DVDs is approximately 55 minutes in length and gives the viewer a first hand account of one of the world's most famous composers. According to many music teachers and librarians, these DVDs are qualitatively superior to those currently on the market relating to the great composers of the past. They offer historically accurate portrayals, excerpts of the composer's most famous piano and orchestral works (all of which are clearly identified on the screen), musical analysis, and life lessons about the virtues of working hard and believing in oneself. They have received excellent reviews in trade publications as well as the highest endorsement from the Coalition for Quality in Children's Media.

Mr. Kobray performs at schools, universities, libraries, theatres, retirement homes and museums. The audience discovers first-hand the music, feelings, life and history of some of the world's most famous composers. Mr. Kobray strikes chords that children can understand and adults appreciate. See below for Mr. Kobray's bio.

Johann Sebastian Bach

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An inspiring tale of courage and perseverance

In the wake of the French Revolution, Beethoven redefined the role of the musician from servant to artist. His stormy and passionate music clearly mirrors both the joys and struggles of this deaf genius. Dennis Kobray portrays the essence of the man and his music with both dynamic piano performance and insight.

George Gershwin

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A story of success achieved through the fascinating rhythms and melodies of this brilliant composer

George Gershwin was the epitome of the American success story. The son of immigrants, this self-taught icon of music was raised on the streets of New York. He grew up to write music that captured the American spirit. Who among us does not recognize Rhapsody in Blue, I Got Rhythm, or Swanee? These beloved songs are performed by Dennis Kobray in this dynamic portrayal of one of America's most treasured musicians.

Scott Joplin

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An extraordinary story of a genius whose music helped to break down racial barriers

In 1974, audiences for the film The Sting left theaters humming the effervescent music of Scott Joplin. A love of ragtime, revived in the mid-70s, continues to this day. Discover what life was like for an African-American musician at the turn of the twentieth century. Dennis Kobray portrays a friend and fan of Scott Joplin, whose Maple Leaf Rag and The Entertainer earned him the title of "King of Ragtime."

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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An enthralling tale of genius and unbounded creativity

Discover the world of Mozart's time ... what life was like for this brilliant musician, both personally and professionally. His astonishingly prolific and creative works defined the Classical era of European music. Hear Mozart's music as performed by master pianist Dennis Kobray, and watch this historically accurate, motivational and inspirational tale unfolds.

About Dennis Kobray

Born in Brooklyn, New York into a musical family, Mr. Kobray began piano lessons at age five. His early studies were with a Julliard-trained teacher. He attended Brooklyn College where he co-majored in music and history. He continued his education at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where he was awarded a prestigious full scholarship. Prior to the creation of Meet the Musicians in 1986, Mr. Kobray was a music teacher and gave private piano lessons.

Meet the Musicians has been the recipient of several grants from Commissions of the Arts, and Mr. Kobray is a much sought after performer with state and regional arts councils throughout the Northeast. He has appeared on NBC’s Today Show and National Public Radio, as well as with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. His programs, now available on both VHS and DVD, have been recognized with top honors by the Coalition for Quality in Children’s Media.

He is a skilled actor, gifted and delightful musician, who enjoys the challenge and opportunity of acquainting audiences of all ages with the real life stories of some of history’s greatest musicians. Mr. Kobray is married to Gale, who serves as business manager for Meet the Musicians. Their daughter and son are fine musicians in their own right.