Roger Williams Holiday Show

Named the greatest selling pianist in history by Billboard magazine, Roger Williams has an astounding 18 gold and platinum albums to his credit.  His sweeping, sparkling arpeggios, showy technique and easy listening arrangements have made him one of the most popular instrumentalists in contemporary music.  

Williams’ music has served as the soundtrack to the lives of three generations.  He first came on the music scene in 1955 with his recording of  “Autumn Leaves,” the only piano instrumental to hit #1 on the Billboard singles charts.  This American classic still stands as the greatest selling piano recording of all time.  Other Williams hits include “Born Free,” “Near You,” “Till,” “The Impossible Dream,” “Yellow Bird,” “Maria” “Almost Paradise,” “Two Different Worlds,” “Lara’s Theme” from Dr. Zhivago, and the theme from “Somewhere in Time.”

Williams, known as “Mr. Piano,” was the first pianist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of fame, and is the only artist to receive the Steinway Lifetime Achievement Award.  Readers Digest called Williams “. . . one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century.  His illustrious career in music is unparalleled.”  

Williams is an impeccable showman whose constant improvisation makes his every performance irresistible and timeless.  He will bring his signature style to a variety of holiday classics and other favorites in his performance at the Lyric.