Pictured Above: Brandon Hopkins
The life of ...
Brandon Hopkins
Brandon Hopkins started playing piano at a young age of around 3 to 4, he tells us that "I could read music before reading the English language itself" this is surprising as we asked him why learn at such a young age? does it really matter? he tells us in the Questions by Public on the next page... See more on pg. 3
Brandon was born on the 17th of October in a place called Guildford, Surrey but has lived most of his life in the city of Portsmouth right on the South Coast of England. He tells us that as much as he loves England the best part of being a Concert Pianist is the destinations he gets to play in. He says "The life of Concert Pianist has its ups and downs, but its worth all the trouble." "You get to fly to some of the most exoctic places the World has to offer."
When Brandon was younger he tells us he always had a passion for music and loves to emphasise with the pieces he gets to play on the Piano. "The Piano is by far the best instrument in music, but without the invention of Music it is nothing." Brandon spends a maximum of 6 hours a day practising at the Piano! many people would view this as a lot of hard work but to Brandon "its not work if you enjoy it."
As a Concert Pianist Brandon says the life of one is a great thing, and says the best part about it is "Your getting paid for something you do in your spare time. "To me i havent worked a day in my life"
Brandon isnt just a Concert Pianist but is also a Film Composer, ranging from a wide range of Films.
Exiting right? if your looking to become a Concert Pianist in your future or simply become a Musician then Brandon may have the answers your looking for to make it in the Music Industry. See pg. 3 for more details
Below: Original music score of Debussy's Arabesque