Pianist Prodigy Playing On A World Stage
Written by Joe Scotchie: jscotchie@antonnews.com Friday, 06 July 2012 00:00
Daniela Liebman performs on three continents
Nine-year old Daniela Liebman comes from a musical family. Her grandmother, Joyce Ann, is a concert pianist, while her father, Rob, is an accomplished violinist.Continuing the family tradition, Daniela has already made her mark on the world stage, playing with orchestras not only in the U.S., but also in Mexico, Krygyzstan, Spain and Germany.
This year alone, Daniela has performed Mozart concertos with the Aguascalientes Philharmonic and the Jalisco Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra in Guadalajara, Mexico and in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan with the Kremlin Rachmaninov Philharmonic Orchestra, which traveled in from Russia. In Kyrgyzstan, Daniela performed as a soloist, where she gave a remarkable performance playing with the conductor, Anatoly Zatin. She was also a featured soloist at the Jalisco performance.
In addition, Daniela has competed in piano competitions in Spain, Mexico and San Jose, CA where despite intense competition, she has won first-place prizes, including the gold medal in the Young Musicians Category in the Russian Music International Piano Competition that took place on June 2 in San Jose. There, Daniela competed against 120 other piano students in four different age categories.
Currently, Daniela is in Berlin, Germany where she was chosen by Lang Lang, the internationally famous pianist, to perform Brahms and Schubert with him and other young pianists at the O2 World indoor arena.
The Liebman family has lived in Roslyn for over 50 years. Daniela’s grandfather, Dr. Arthur Liebman, taught English for many years at Roslyn High School. Her grandmother, Joyce Ann is, as noted, an accomplished pianist who has performed in many concerts throughout Long Island and New York State as a featured pianist and music director of the Connoisseur Chamber Ensemble, whose members include those with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra.
In traveling the world, Daniela is also following in her father’s path, in some cases, literally so. Rob Liebman has performed with the Long Island Youth Orchestra as a concert master in Europe, South America, India, Sri Lanka and Israel, among other destinations.
The international stage is not the only place where Daniela spreads her musical talent. On YouTube, viewers can hear her as she performs Liszt, Mozart, Chopin, Slonimsky, Greig and other masters in solo performances. The international press has also taken notice of Daniela’s many stunning performances, as she is profiled in glowing terms wherever she plays.
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Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00
The Roslyn High School girls’ lacrosse squad ended the regular season playing the same consistent ball they had all year. In early May, the Lady Bulldogs topped both Wheatley and Great Neck North, while losing a close match to conference rival MacArthur.
The Lady Bulldogs finished the year with a sterling 10-5 mark overall and a 5-4 winning record in Conference IV play.
Thursday, 23 May 2013 00:00
Old Westbury Gardens recently held its 11th Annual Taste of Spring on the grounds of the Phipps Estate, a gold coast mansion built in 1906. More than 300 people attended, drinking a variety of wines and dining on gourmet hot foods served up by local chefs. One of the favorites was a chicken with peas topped with a fragrant winter lavender sauce cooked by Jeff Lawton. Other delicacies included duck, gnocchi, tacos, meatballs, prime rib, baked brie, and quiche followed by an assortment of chocolate desserts and crème Brule.
Long Island notables were also in attendance including author Nelson DeMille and Peter Tilles, a prominent developer. As guests mingled they also were treated to a special show of vintage bridal gowns staged throughout the house, many of the dresses dating back to the 1900’s and some worn by member of the Phipps family.
Proceeds from the event and the silent auction went toward the estate. Beverage and tasting sponsors included Banfi Vintners, Bryant and
Cooper Steak House, Chi, Dessert Diva, Elegant Affairs Catering, Jeff Lawton Catering, La Bottega, Robbins Wolfe Eventuers and Sterling Affair Caterers.
Sports
Friday, 17 May 2013 00:00
Fifteen members of the Green Vale Pacers, a girls’ running club, ran the 5K Race of the Long Island Marathon held at Eisenhower Park on May 4. All fifteen finished the race and a few finished at the top of their age divisions and within the top ten for all 354 female racers.
Friday, 10 May 2013 00:00
Fifteen Wheatley High School students have been recognized by the Nassau County Interscholastic Athletic Association for their exceptional performance in athletics, scholarship and leadership qualities for the winter 2012-2013 season. All winter teams were recognized as NYS Scholar/Athlete Team Award winners. The Boys Indoor Track team was crowned NYS State Scholar Athlete Team Champions. The Boys Varsity Basketball team won the Nassau County Class B Championship.
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