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Press
Coverage, features, and media about Classical Not Classical and Carnegie Hall pianist Michael Rainwater.
Featured Coverage
Voyage ATL Magazine
“Meet Michael Rainwater of Roswell”
Voyage ATL Magazine
“Life, Values, & Legacy: Our Chat with Michael Rainwater”
Bold Journey Magazine
“Meet Michael Rainwater”
CanvasRebel Magazine
“Meet Michael Rainwater”
Milton Herald / Marietta Daily Journal
“This Milton High School Student Played His Way to Carnegie Hall”
Latest News
World Premiere Announcement — Fall 2026
Carnegie Hall pianist Michael Rainwater announces the world premiere of Classical Not Classical at Byers Theatre at City Springs, Sandy Springs, GA.
Looking Back: From Carnegie Hall to Classical Not Classical
How a Carnegie Hall debut and a viral arrangement set the stage for a reimagined symphonic experience.
Press Inquiries
Rick Kanfer
rickkanfer@me.com
770-530-8031
Artist Bio
Michael Rainwater is a Carnegie Hall soloist, TED Talk speaker, and cross-genre pianist who created Classical Not Classical. His debut orchestral arrangement of “Great Balls of Fire” earned over 100,000 organic views. His mission is to restore the orchestra as a “third space” — a gathering ground for awe, joy, and connection across generations.