Performer
Daniel is a performer equally at home as a jazz artist, accompanist, session musician, pit orchestra player or in a corporate setting. He has been a featured soloist in front of symphony orchestras and big bands, and currently leads his own acclaimed jazz group in Sydney.
He has played with some of the true icons of Australian entertainment, such as James Morrison, Caroline O'Connor, Simon Burke, John Diedrich, The Idea Of North, Rhonda Burchmore, Julie Anthony, Mark Trevorrow (aka Bob Downe) and many, many more. He has played for heads of state, several Australian Prime Ministers and at a host of major events, launches and concerts.
As a pianist, Daniel is a true multi-genre performer, able to adapt effortlessly and draw on a formidible technique. Daniel received classical training in piano before schooling in jazz and contemporary music.
Daniel also performs as a jazz vocalist, having studied with the late Gery Scott as well as with Mark Murphy in New York.
Listen:
Chopsticks Variations – Piano Solo
A mad romp through some famous piano music in a semi-improvised solo.
Chopsticks Variations – Piano SoloI Got Rhythm
A snippet of Daniel's version of I Got Rhythm variations.
Blues Solo
Live recording of a blues solo. Solo piano.
My Favorite Things – Piano Solo
Piano solo from a super-lively version of My Favorite Things. With band.
In My Life
A snippet of Daniel's new version of the Beatle's classic song, In My Life. Featuring Fiona Sullivan on vocals.
Overture
Devised and performed by Daniel for Simon Burke's cabaret show at the Sydney Theatre
WATCH:
Daniel performs a freeform, improvised version of "I Got Rhythm". Devised on the spot,
and performed at the album launch for Daniel's new album Walking With Lions.
Daniel performs a blues solo with his band.
Daniel plays for Caroline O'Connor, I Hate Musicals.
Daniel performs some jazz and funk.
Daniel performs an overture, specially devised for Caroline O'Connor's show.
Daniel performs on New Year's Eve. Big stage, big crowd – big fun.
"Daniel Edmonds has emerged as a talented young accompanist and musical arranger. His arrangements for full orchestra of four of the songs sung by guest artist Simon Burke were accomplished and full of interest, featuring lush sections for strings and brass, as well as quirky, ear-catching rhythm and key changes. One looks forward to hearing more of his work in future. "
– Bill Stephens, City News