Classical Musicians of African Descent

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Leonard Hayes, piano

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Published August 16, 2017 at 12:30 PM EDT

Pianist Leonard Hayes, a native of Dallas, TX, is Director of Piano Studies at Booker T. Washington HSPVA in Dallas. Leonard received a High School Diploma from the Interlochen Arts Academy. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from Lawrence University with additional studies at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Leonard received a Master of Music Degree in Performance and Literature from the Eastman School of Music. Leonard’s previous faculty appointments include the Schenectady County Community College School of Music, Lawrence Academy of Music, and Appleton Music Academy.