Mikasister Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 (edited) https://www.instagram.com/p/C8UVvbFIuE9/?img_index=1 mikainstagram London Liverpool Street The news is out! First day shooting series 3 of The Piano and we have a new mentor! Enjoy it all @jonbatiste, I can’t wait to go on this new adventure with you! @thepianouk #thepiano The news is out! First day shooting series 3 of The Piano and we have a new mentor! Enjoy it all @jonbatiste, I can’t wait to go on this new adventure with you!@thepianouk #thepiano.mp4 Edited June 17 by Mikasister 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 Jon Batiste is wonderful -- if you don't know who he is, I'm sure you won't be disappointed when you see him in action. He used to be the music director for a late night chat show here in the US, but then has gone on to win an Oscar (for the Disney film "Soul"), an Emmy and multiple Grammy awards. I think he even won a BAFTA, but I need to double-check that. Anyway, he seems to have a great personality and should get on well with Mika. 8 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdingyourdrink Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 14 minutes ago, dcdeb said: Jon Batiste is wonderful -- if you don't know who he is, I'm sure you won't be disappointed when you see him in action. He used to be the music director for a late night chat show here in the US, but then has gone on to win an Oscar (for the Disney film "Soul"), an Emmy and multiple Grammy awards. I think he even won a BAFTA, but I need to double-check that. Anyway, he seems to have a great personality and should get on well with Mika. I LOVE JON!!! I can’t wait to see their interaction!!!!! He seems like so much fun!!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 Mika posted a fun story with Jon 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiara 83 Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 1 hour ago, dcdeb said: Jon Batiste is wonderful -- if you don't know who he is, I'm sure you won't be disappointed when you see him in action. He used to be the music director for a late night chat show here in the US, but then has gone on to win an Oscar (for the Disney film "Soul"), an Emmy and multiple Grammy awards. I think he even won a BAFTA, but I need to double-check that. Anyway, he seems to have a great personality and should get on well with Mika. Brilliant! I confess I've never heard about him before but I am so curious now Let Series 3 begin😍🇬🇧 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusanT Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 (edited) https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/entertainment/jon-batiste-joins-the-piano-season-3-newsupdate/ https://www.prolificnorth.co.uk/news/beyonce-prince-and-stevie-wonder-collaborator-jon-batiste-joins-the-piano-for-series-3/ Edited June 17 by SusanT 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Ko Kolkowska Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 (edited) Liverpool Street Train Station. Edited June 17 by Anna Ko Kolkowska 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vero Bott Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 (edited) 27 minutes ago, Anna Ko Kolkowska said: Liverpool Street Train Station. Changed trains there twice in April... Bad bad timing! (actually, not really, it was for a Mika gig, but still! ) Edited June 17 by Vero Bott 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Ko Kolkowska Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 Some videos from the station. 638542453426314640wm.mp4 638542451943335100wm.mp4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysady Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 1 hour ago, dcdeb said: but then has gone on to win an Oscar (for the Disney film "Soul") In this case I already like him, this is one of the best animation I've ever seen 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusanT Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 (edited) I didn't know who Jon Batiste was before today though I've seen "Soul" and a few years ago watched him play the piano with one of the actors from "Big Bang Theory." Don't know if this is the right place but I wanted to share this video of an interview with the musician and his wife. Both of them talk about concepts we've heard from Mika ( the importance of art as a means of expression, the mixture of joy and sorrow in life). I was touched by their story. https://www.cbs.com/shows/video/vri0enUCWdBWkRE6curB_L4zKy8Ixo4_/ ( Also, they talk about defiance in the way Mika talks about resistance.) Edited June 17 by SusanT 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlotteL Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 Oh Jon Batiste seems like such a nice and bubbly person, I'm sure he'll match great with Mika. Although there'll be a completely different dynamic and Lang Lang will be missed. This is all happening so fast, I feel like I can't process all of this at once 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prisca Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 3 hours ago, dcdeb said: Anyway, he seems to have a great personality and should get on well with Mika. 2 hours ago, crazyaboutmika said: Mika posted a fun story with Jon I think you're right, they're already connecting. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikasister Posted June 17 Author Share Posted June 17 Mika IG story C64F49A0A3D4E6CEC719EEE18A5FDC9B_video_dashinit.mp4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdingyourdrink Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 52 minutes ago, SusanT said: I didn't know who Jon Batiste was before today though I've seen "Soul" and a few years ago watched him play the piano with one of the actors from "Big Bang Theory." Don't know if this is the right place but I wanted to share this video of an interview with the musician and his wife. Both of them talk about concepts we've heard from Mika ( the importance of art as a means of expression, the mixture of joy and sorrow in life). I was touched by their story. https://www.cbs.com/shows/video/vri0enUCWdBWkRE6curB_L4zKy8Ixo4_/ ( Also, they talk about defiance in the way Mika talks about resistance.) Wow. I am in awe of the both of them. What a brilliant artist Jon is. I loved him already, but now I also adore him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmRay Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 A few pictures I took of filming today! I got very lucky and saw Mika's Instagram post just as I was in East London! (I also have a few videos of him doing the hokey cokey but I'm pretty sure you can hear me loudly singing in the background ) 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kumazzz Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 4 minutes ago, Mikasister said: Channel 4 Press https://www.channel4.com/press/news/channel-4-announces-jon-batiste-new-mentor-piano 17 June 2024 Channel 4 announces Jon Batiste as new mentor on The Piano Five-time Grammy award winner, Jon Batiste, will join the third series of Channel 4’s heart-warming series The Piano. Batiste, who is a globally celebrated singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, bandleader and composer, will replace virtuoso classical pianist Lang Lang, as judge and mentor when the programme that captured the hearts of the nation returns to screens next year. Lang Lang will say a final farewell to the show during the 1 x 60 Christmas special this December when some of the talented pianists from series two will return to the train station once again to perform their favourite festive songs to commuters. The familiar faces will take to the piano alongside some very special guests with a few merry surprises of their own. Lang Lang will then pass the musical baton on to Batiste for the next seven-episode instalment, commissioned from Love Productions. Bringing a multitude of talent, knowledge and experience to The Piano, Batiste has recorded and performed with the world’s biggest superstars including Stevie Wonder, Prince, Lenny Kravitz, Ed Sheeran and Lana Del Rey. As well as having five Grammy wins under his belt, he has also won an Oscar for his work on Pixar’s 2020 film Soul and was nominated for an Oscar for the song ‘It Never Went Away’. Most recently, Batiste made history and music with global megastar, singer-songwriter, Beyoncé as he joined forces with her as one of the collaborators on her hit country album, Cowboy Carter. Batiste and Beyoncé collaborated on the genre-bending track ‘American Requiem’, which Batiste wrote. Batiste will be joined by Mika and Claudia Winkleman as the trio travel to five iconic new railway stations to give gifted amateur pianists the chance to showcase their prowess on public pianos up and down the country. The spectacular final concert of series two saw Liverpudlian Brad chosen as performance of the night after he touched the hearts of Claudia, Mika and Lang Lang with his soul-stirring own composition as a thank you to his foster parents. Brad took to the stage at Manchester’s Aviva Studios, wowing the audience with his performance at the ticketed event. Money raised from tickets sales then went to the placing and maintaining of street pianos in train stations across the UK. BAFTA nominated The Piano’s return to Channel 4 celebrated a consolidated audience of 3.4m for the first episode and the series average was 2.1m. Viewers heralded the programme as the most joyful show on TV and said it offered up a completely fresh perspective on music talent shows. Jon Batiste said: “I am so happy to be a mentor on The Piano and to witness the pianists for the new series express themselves on the instrument I've dedicated my life to. This show will bring together my unique history of performing in both train stations and concert halls. No matter where, I always have believed that music at its best creates community and brings folks together in divided times. It will be a massive joy to do just that all around the UK train stations with the piano and new talent. In collaboration with Mika, an incredible songwriter and musician and Claudia with her own inimitable style, I can't wait for all the thrilling musical experiences ahead.” Lang Lang said: “Being a mentor on The Piano and spending time with the talented pianists has been a true joy. The level of talent I have witnessed has been phenomenal and it has been a privilege to see the love for playing the piano across the UK. “Due to international concert commitments, I will be stepping down for series three but am delighted to be passing the baton to my dear friend Jon Batiste, who I know will be fantastic in the role. “I am going to miss Mika and Claudia terribly but am very much looking forward to being reunited with them later this year filming the Christmas Special.” Ian Katz, Channel 4, Chief Creative Officer said: “After helping to establish the Piano in just two series as one of the country’s best loved and most joyous TV shows, Lang Lang leaves big shoes to fill but if anyone can fill them it is Jon Batiste, an astonishing musician as accomplished playing a Beethoven concerto as creating hits with Beyonce. “Along with Mika and Claudia, Jon Batiste will trawl the nation’s train stations – and for the first time an airport – looking for the remarkable amateur pianists who prove that musical magic can be found in the most surprising places.” Richard McKerrow, Creator and Executive Producer, Love Productions said: “We’re delighted to welcome the extraordinary Jon Batiste onto The Piano team alongside Mika and Claudia. Undoubtedly one of the world’s most talented composers and musicians, he brings an unmistakeably original energy to all genres of music, from classical, jazz, pop and beyond. “A born educator and entertainer, his passion for the Piano as an instrument, and all those who want to play it, knows no limits. And we’re extremely excited by the prospect of him teaming up with Mika to inspire and mentor the very many amateur pianists, who are the beating hearts of this show.” The Piano was commissioned by Channel 4 Head of Specialist Factual, Shaminder Nahal and Senior Commissioning Editor, Documentaries, Madonna Benjamin. Executive Producer is Richard McKerrow and Series Editors are Ted Hill and Martha Delap for Love Productions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Ko Kolkowska Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 15 minutes ago, Kumazzz said: “Along with Mika and Claudia, Jon Batiste will trawl the nation’s train stations – and for the first time an airport – looking for the remarkable amateur pianists who prove that musical magic can be found in the most surprising places.” At the airport!!!!!! They will be filming at one of the airports!!!!! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted July 12 Share Posted July 12 TV & Satellite Week - 13/19 July 2024 57 minutes ago, Kumazzz said: TV & Satellite Week – 13/19 July 2024 page 106 WHAT'S NEXT FOR Coming Back A third run of C4’s The Piano, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, will see Jon Batiste replace Lang Lang as a new mentor alongside Mika. ‘I am so happy to witness the pianists expressing themselves, ’ says Batiste. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikasister Posted July 22 Author Share Posted July 22 Mika story 4E4150163DBE8B3B8E308ED1FCB6B7B1_video_dashinit.mp4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted July 23 Share Posted July 23 Mika in Brighton Train Station Other articles The Argus.co.uk Claudia Winkleman filming Channel 4 show at Brighton Station Sussex Express.co.uk The Traitors star Claudia Winkleman pictured filming TV show at Sussex railway station 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted July 23 Share Posted July 23 On 6/18/2024 at 5:04 AM, Kumazzz said: Channel 4 Press https://www.channel4.com/press/news/channel-4-announces-jon-batiste-new-mentor-piano 17 June 2024 Channel 4 announces Jon Batiste as new mentor on The Piano Five-time Grammy award winner, Jon Batiste, will join the third series of Channel 4’s heart-warming series The Piano. Batiste, who is a globally celebrated singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, bandleader and composer, will replace virtuoso classical pianist Lang Lang, as judge and mentor when the programme that captured the hearts of the nation returns to screens next year. Lang Lang will say a final farewell to the show during the 1 x 60 Christmas special this December when some of the talented pianists from series two will return to the train station once again to perform their favourite festive songs to commuters. The familiar faces will take to the piano alongside some very special guests with a few merry surprises of their own. Lang Lang will then pass the musical baton on to Batiste for the next seven-episode instalment, commissioned from Love Productions. Bringing a multitude of talent, knowledge and experience to The Piano, Batiste has recorded and performed with the world’s biggest superstars including Stevie Wonder, Prince, Lenny Kravitz, Ed Sheeran and Lana Del Rey. As well as having five Grammy wins under his belt, he has also won an Oscar for his work on Pixar’s 2020 film Soul and was nominated for an Oscar for the song ‘It Never Went Away’. Most recently, Batiste made history and music with global megastar, singer-songwriter, Beyoncé as he joined forces with her as one of the collaborators on her hit country album, Cowboy Carter. Batiste and Beyoncé collaborated on the genre-bending track ‘American Requiem’, which Batiste wrote. Batiste will be joined by Mika and Claudia Winkleman as the trio travel to five iconic new railway stations to give gifted amateur pianists the chance to showcase their prowess on public pianos up and down the country. The spectacular final concert of series two saw Liverpudlian Brad chosen as performance of the night after he touched the hearts of Claudia, Mika and Lang Lang with his soul-stirring own composition as a thank you to his foster parents. Brad took to the stage at Manchester’s Aviva Studios, wowing the audience with his performance at the ticketed event. Money raised from tickets sales then went to the placing and maintaining of street pianos in train stations across the UK. BAFTA nominated The Piano’s return to Channel 4 celebrated a consolidated audience of 3.4m for the first episode and the series average was 2.1m. Viewers heralded the programme as the most joyful show on TV and said it offered up a completely fresh perspective on music talent shows. Jon Batiste said: “I am so happy to be a mentor on The Piano and to witness the pianists for the new series express themselves on the instrument I've dedicated my life to. This show will bring together my unique history of performing in both train stations and concert halls. No matter where, I always have believed that music at its best creates community and brings folks together in divided times. It will be a massive joy to do just that all around the UK train stations with the piano and new talent. In collaboration with Mika, an incredible songwriter and musician and Claudia with her own inimitable style, I can't wait for all the thrilling musical experiences ahead.” Lang Lang said: “Being a mentor on The Piano and spending time with the talented pianists has been a true joy. The level of talent I have witnessed has been phenomenal and it has been a privilege to see the love for playing the piano across the UK. “Due to international concert commitments, I will be stepping down for series three but am delighted to be passing the baton to my dear friend Jon Batiste, who I know will be fantastic in the role. “I am going to miss Mika and Claudia terribly but am very much looking forward to being reunited with them later this year filming the Christmas Special.” Ian Katz, Channel 4, Chief Creative Officer said: “After helping to establish the Piano in just two series as one of the country’s best loved and most joyous TV shows, Lang Lang leaves big shoes to fill but if anyone can fill them it is Jon Batiste, an astonishing musician as accomplished playing a Beethoven concerto as creating hits with Beyonce. “Along with Mika and Claudia, Jon Batiste will trawl the nation’s train stations – and for the first time an airport – looking for the remarkable amateur pianists who prove that musical magic can be found in the most surprising places.” Richard McKerrow, Creator and Executive Producer, Love Productions said: “We’re delighted to welcome the extraordinary Jon Batiste onto The Piano team alongside Mika and Claudia. Undoubtedly one of the world’s most talented composers and musicians, he brings an unmistakeably original energy to all genres of music, from classical, jazz, pop and beyond. “A born educator and entertainer, his passion for the Piano as an instrument, and all those who want to play it, knows no limits. And we’re extremely excited by the prospect of him teaming up with Mika to inspire and mentor the very many amateur pianists, who are the beating hearts of this show.” The Piano was commissioned by Channel 4 Head of Specialist Factual, Shaminder Nahal and Senior Commissioning Editor, Documentaries, Madonna Benjamin. Executive Producer is Richard McKerrow and Series Editors are Ted Hill and Martha Delap for Love Productions. Liverpool Street Station in London on 17 June 2024 TikTok 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SusanT Posted July 23 Share Posted July 23 They've filmed series 3 of The Piano in Liverpool, London and now in Brighton. Does anyone know when they're filming in Sheffield? ( see https://www.thestar.co.uk/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/the-piano-seeking-applicants-for-sheffield-station-episode-4651651 ) Has anyone heard about other locations or possible dates? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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