The Piano

[Hayward Taylor]

Originally Posted by Up North Photos

Hello Hayward, i've always been awed by the sounds that can come out of such an instrument. Having never played i envy anyone that can "tickle the ivory". But here you've captured the feeling so well that i can here the sounds without seeing the anyone at the bench. Great light and an awsome feel for reality.

Hello there and thank you .. that is exactly the message I was hoping to convey with this photo ..I appreciate the kind words

Originally Posted by lindyannajones

When I was a teen...I think that was about 100 years ago...I used to fall asleep to Dave Brubeck and George Shearing. I kind of had to keep that secret as it was the classic rock era. Seeing your photo brings back those sounds. If fact I can't imagine seeing your photo and not hearing music. It's a beautiful photo...so evocative.

Hi Lindy - it was just last weekend I heard "Take Five" on the radio ... thank you for the kind words .. I really appreciate it

[martha36]

What a majestic photograph - there's nothing like a grand piano in all its glory.

[leonaashlee]

This is nicely composed Hayward...I like it

[private]

Is that a long exposure shot? The colors are so rich and deep. Its awesome!

[purple007]

Hi Hayward

Great shot love the shadows on the wall nice and sharp pic ... I may have cropped out the mic stand ... but great shot as is

Rick

[Hayward Taylor]

Originally Posted by Fred flyfisher

Having no musical talent whatsoever, I appreciate the talent that others have. I love good piano music. You captured a beautiful concert grand my friend. Great work Hayward.

Hi Fred and thank you .. there is something about a grand .. it has appeals

Originally Posted by Keenlearner

Brilliant shot Hayward. Nothing like the good old Grand Piano...I just wish I could play one LOL

Hello Pauline and thank you so much .. don't we all love to play a piano .. appreiate the comments

[Hayward Taylor]

Originally Posted by vinaybhat

This is a beautiful capture... fascinated by that old piano

Hi Vinay and welcome .. thanks for the comments

Originally Posted by moi

Dear Hayward...............classic shot of a great classical image. Majestic and powerful in such a beautiful setting too. Was there a recital? DId you hear it? Was it beautiful?

Hello my dear friend .... yes-yes-yes to all three questions .. actually the pianist is the son of someone I used to work with .. I don't attend events like these often but I really enjoy this one .. it was simulcast on one of the local radio station .. it was fun .. thanks for the compliments

[Hayward Taylor]

Originally Posted by martha36

What a majestic photograph - there's nothing like a grand piano in all its glory.

Hi Martha - there is something special about these grands .. thanks for the comments

Originally Posted by leonaashlee

This is nicely composed Hayward...I like it

Hello Leona and thank you so much .. I appreciate it

Originally Posted by private

Is that a long exposure shot? The colors are so rich and deep. Its awesome!

Hi Pat and thank you so much .. I used the "Clarify" tool in PaintShop Ultimate ..it was not a long exposure photo

Originally Posted by purple007

Hi Hayward

Great shot love the shadows on the wall nice and sharp pic ... I may have cropped out the mic stand ... but great shot as is

Rick

Hello Rick - the lighting in the room has a liitle bit of yellow tone to it .. I thought about it but since it was setup for a live performance I decided to leave the mic stand in .. thanks for the encouraging comments

[ricklumpas]

What a noble tribute to a grand musical instrument. Do you play the piano? Just asking. Thanks for sharing.

[Hayward Taylor]

Originally Posted by ricklumpas

What a noble tribute to a grand musical instrument. Do you play the piano? Just asking. Thanks for sharing.

Hi Rick - I wish ... can't even carry a note to save my life .. but thanks for asking and commenting .. I appreciate it very much