Melissa Harrison
Interview
When did it all start?
It all started since I was 5 years old, my parents introduced me to piano something inside me just clicked and just loved it ever since, I knew this was something I wanted to explore further and soon started being classical trained and competing in festivals and competitions.
What is your main motivation or inspiration?
Breaking Classical music stereotypes, as much as I loved learning Classical when I was younger, I soon discovered my passion for taking todays hottest chart music and turning it up in a Classical style rendition. I really feel piano music can embody any style of music and I think this is what motivates me as an artist, to create something different and niche.
Define yourself in less than 10 words
The sky is the limit …
Tell us about your career. Your best experience? And the worst?
So far i’ve played at lot of fashion based events, and private parties around Uk/ Europe for Harrods. Recently played piano for BVLGARI Jewellery for their ‘Geneva Watch Days 2022’ in Geneva, Switzerland which was honestly my favourite shows i’ve done, I was playing piano in middle of a swimming pool at nighttime, it was just an amazing experience and seeing the guest enjoy the show makes me want to get back on stage all over again.
Any idol or reference?
Tokio Myers is one of my main inspirations. His music so moving, the way he blends styles together is unreal. One day hope to collaborate with Tokio.
What are your next projects?
Currently working on an 2023 album of all my creative covers and some original compositions as well. Very excited to release. Also planning my next shows. Next year it’s going to kick off.
How do you see yourself in 5 years? and in 15 years?
5 years from now I want to be touring the world and playing piano internationally and opening events for more fashion brands such as Rolex or Dior. 15 years I see myself having composed several piano albums, and my composition being featured in main stream films and potentially performing at the Brits. Mostly importantly being happy in my music journey and being able to share this people across the world.
About
Melissa Harrison is a Classical cross over pianist for luxury private events in the fashion industry and corporate sector. Previously with BVLGARI, Harrods, Stienway and sons and Edelweiss Harrods. You can catch her wearing an edgy outfit attire at BVLGARI showcases playing in the most beautiful venues around Europe.