“Talent counts for a lot, although it is the commitment and the intellect and the love of music and all those other myriad qualities that must combine to create a successful career. The guidance of a good teacher makes all the difference in the development of a brilliant young artist. By all appearances, you have given the support that will serve Travis well for years to come.” – Michael Newman, Professor at Mannes College
On February 27th, 15 year old Travis Johnson performed his New York Carnegie Hall debut. Travis was one of three promising young musicians to perform at the legendary hall on a program hosted on the nationally syndicated program “From the Top” which will be broadcast on OPB television sometime later in the year. Travis Johnson’s long time mentor and teacher is Marylhurst University professor Peter Zisa. Travis Johnson, a Davidson Scholar, has earned numerous awards and honors including First Prize award in the 2005 GFA Solo Guitar competition.
Recent local performances by Travis Johnson, a Gladstone High School student, include appearances with the Reno and California Symphony, with Peter Zisa at the Lawrence Gallery in Portland’s Pearl District, and with Michael-Allen Harrison and Julianne Johnson at the Old Church.