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CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED
COMPOSER & VIOLINIST
"JUST A KID FROM HARLEM"
"EDWARD W. HARDY, WHO COMPOSED
THE OMNIPRESENT MUSIC,
PLAYS THE VIOLIN
SUPERBLY"
Photo by Lia Chang
LISTEN TO HARDY'S ORIGINAL WORKS, ARRANGEMENTS & COLLABORATIONS
Evolution (for solo violin)
by DR. Edward w. hardy
Colorado Public Radio | CPR classical Performance studio
Nevermore (for solo violin)
by DR. Edward w. hardy
Colorado Public Radio | CPR classical Performance studio
Strange Fruit (for string quartet)
BY BILLIE HOLIDAY & Abel Meeropol, arranged by DR. Edward w. hardy
The General Theological Seminary | NYC
daniel constant, violiN
Tia Allen, viola
thapelo masita, cello
Zigeunerweisen (for violin & Orchestra)
by Pablo de Sarasate
LITTLETON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | Colorado
TENNESSEE Whiskey (violin cover)
by Chris Stapelton, arranged by DR. Edward w. hardy
Bryant Park Picnic Performance | The Classical Theatre of harlem | NYC
Mister Magic (violin Cover)
by Grover Washington, Jr., arranged by DR. Edward w. hardy
Marcus Garvey Park | The Classical Theatre of harlem | NYC
isn't she lovely (for violin & Piano)
by stevie Wonder, arranged by John Lander & DR. Edward w. hardy
Opera de Lyon | Lyon, France
Hip-Hop Mashup (songs by Sisqo, Juvenile, and Kendrick Lamar) Thong Song, Back That Azz Up, Not Like Us, arranged by DR. Edward w. hardy
Marcus Garvey Park | The Classical Theatre of harlem | NYC
Somebody To Love (violin Cover)
by Queen, arranged by DR. Edward w. hardy
Marcus Garvey Park | The Classical Theatre of harlem | NYC
Brisé du silence (For violin & Piano)
by John Lander, arranged by John Lander & DR. Edward w. hardy
Opera de Lyon | Lyon, France
Fiddler on the Roof (violin Cadenza)
by Jerry Block, Arranged by John Williams
Westport Country Playhouse | Connecticut
The Colors of my life (From "Barnum")
by Cy Coleman, Arranged by Drew Wutke
Cipriani 42nd Street | AMERICAN THEATRE WING | NYC
Feeling Good (violin Cover)
by Nina Simone, arranged by DR. Edward w. hardy
Marcus Garvey Park | The Classical Theatre of harlem | NYC
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“A man of many talents within the music world, Dr. Edward W. Hardy is an award-winning composer, music director, virtuoso violinist and violist living in Manhattan. A master in his craft, he possesses a natural skill in every aspect of his career, bringing musical compositions to life with his own signature flair” (Haute Living.) Praised by The New York Times for composing “omnipresent music” and playing “the violin superbly,” Dr. Hardy’s notable works include The Woodsman, Evolution, Strange Fruit, Born Free, and Nevermore.
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UPCOMING Performances
MCCA Gala 2025
The MCCA Gala is a signature gathering of legal leaders — a night of celebration, connection, and above all, community — over a formal reception and a seated awards dinner. The program honors individuals, corporate legal departments, and law firms and celebrates the strength, impact, and resilience of our community with powerful storytelling, entertainment, and meaningful connection at its heart. Join us in New York City on October 14, 2025, for an unforgettable evening, featuring captivating performances by violinist and composer Dr. Edward W. Hardy. Proceeds raised from the Gala support MCCA’s programs and scholarships.
Tuesday, October 14, 2024 | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM EST ($3,000 - $5,000)
The Great Hall & The Temple of Dendur at The Metropolitan Museum of Art | NYC
American Composers Orchestra: 2025 Gala & Creative Catalyst Awards
Join the American Composers Orchestra for an unforgettable evening at the 2025 Gala & Creative Catalyst Awards, celebrating the extraordinary contributions of Elizabeth & Justus Schlichting and Ray & Vivian Chew. Acclaimed violinist and composer Dr. Edward W. Hardy will perform a special solo set for gala guests, bringing his signature artistry and power to this inspiring celebration of innovation in music. Later in the evening, Dr. Hardy will perform alongside internationally acclaimed pianist John Lander.
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 6:00 PM EST ($300 - $25,000)
48 Wall Street | NYC
American Composers Orchestra: The New Virtuoso: For Art's Sake
The New Virtuoso: For Art’s Sake features works that utilize newly created instruments and sonic media to explore symphonic texture. Spanning the use of sculptures that move and sonically react to their environments; graphic scores; gestural conduction; a survey of contemporary techniques for traditional instruments; the fashioning of instruments based on composers’ unique cultural backgrounds, these artists’ sense of design propels them into new compositional spaces. Lucy Gibbon (Soprano), Mélisse Brunet (Conductor), Daniel Rozin (Responsive Sculptures). The New Virtuoso: For Art's Sake RAVEN CHACON, Inscription (NY Premiere, ACO Co-commission, developed via EarShot CoLABoratory) TAMAR MUSKAL, Square Off for Voice and Mirror with Responsive Sculptures (World Premiere, ACO Commission) ELIJAH DANIEL SMITH, Horizon of Closure (World Premiere, ACO Commission) MAZZ SWIFT, Memory FIVE: Freedom Initiate (ACO Commission, developed via EarShot CoLABoratory, World Premiere) AARON ISRAEL LEVIN, Multiverse verse chorus bridge verse chorus chorus (ACO Commission, World Premiere).
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 7:30 PM EST ($50-$60)
Carnegie Hall: Zankel Hall | NYC
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![Every day I’m Hustlin’🤓😅🎻
The beginning of June felt like a marathon!🏃🏾♂️🎻
I had the privilege of performing in two incredibly fun and challenging concerts during the first week: serving as Assistant Principal Second Violin with @amercomporch for their 2025 EarShot Readings at @msm.nyc, and Assistant Concertmaster for @cstarsoftomorrow’s “Opera in the Park” at the Jackie Robinson Bandshell.
[June 5 — 10:30 AM: EarShot Reading #1 · June 5 — 6:00 PM: Opera in the Park · June 6 — 7:30 PM: EarShot Reading #2]
As an alum of @msm.nyc’s Precollege Division (5 years — woot woot!), walking back into that building always feels like coming home — and diving into all that new music was mentally stimulating! As for the Jackie Robinson Bandshell? Performing there has been a dream of mine for years, especially with such iconic operatic repertoire.
Thank you so much to @amercomporch and @cstarsoftomorrow for having me and for filling this summer with free, soul-nourishing music!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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