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Ponca City Concert 2010-11 Series - Jim Witter |
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Pianist Finds Niche With Tribute Show
Jim Witter has been entertaining for more than 20 years. Whether it be country music, contemporary Christian, or the music of Billy Joel and Elton John, Witter's versatility has allowed him the opportunity to share his music with audiences across Canada and the United States.
Witter began performing in the comfort of his own living room. His mother would play piano and he would belt out the hits, everything from the Beatles to Broadway musicals.
"I never really thought of doing anything else," he says, "and neither did my parents, because they always encouraged me to follow my dream."
In 1990, one of his demos came to the attention of a Sony Music Canada executive. A record deal with a smaller independent label in Canada soon gave way to a multi-record deal with Curb Records of Nashville, home of Tim McGraw, Leanne Rimes and Wynonna Judd. A few years ago, Witter came up with the concept for the show The Piano Men, a musical journey through the '70s featuring the songs of Billy Joel and Elton John. This musical has received rave reviews.
Published Wed, Mar 10, 2010, On Page 1 C Copyright ©1998-2010 The Ponca City News |