Marvin Goldstein

Marvin Goldstein, an internationally acclaimed pianist, composer and entertainer whose recital and professional career spans four decades and three continents, began his music training at the age of nine.  When he was 18 years of age, Marvin was awarded a music scholarship to Tel Aviv University School of Music, Tel Aviv, Israel.  His studies continue at the famed “Mozarteum” of Salzburg, Austria.  He completed a Bachelor and Master of Music degrees at Florida State University. 

Marvin travels extensively sharing his gift of music. His performances have taken him to Alaska, Hawaii, Denmark, Canada, and London, including the Baltic Capitals, Italy and Greece.  He was featured artist for “The Marvin Goldstein Showcase” at the famed Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. 
With all of Mr. Goldstein’s professional and academic achievements, his greatest passion is his Peace with Music Foundation whose mission is to bridge the cultural, religious and political differences of people everywhere through the medium of music.  He is currently working with President George W. Bush and his staff on a musical peace concert at the White House for Middle East Peace.  With Mr. Goldstein’s rich and extensive association with middle-east performers he recently completed a highly successful three week tour in Haifa and Jerusalem, Israel, bringing Arabic, Israeli and American Jazz vocalists together in a night of “Peace with Music” to include The Hague and Rotterdam, Holland.

Marvin has recorded over 30 compact discs and written over 15 piano solo arrangement books.  He and his wife, Lenae, have been married for 33 years and reside in Tallahassee, Florida.  They have one son, Nicholas.

	Count Your Blessings Count Your Many Blessings features 14 inspiring hymns arrangements by acclaimed LDS pianist Marvin Goldstein. This inspiring new CD includes all time favorite hymns never before recorded by Marvin— Jesus, Savior Pilot Me; Onward Christian Soldiers: Count Your Blessings; True to The Faith; Prayer Is The Soul’s Sincere Desire and more. If you’re a long time Marvin fan, or just discovering his outstanding music you will love Count Your Blessings & Other Favorite Hymns.		Favorite Hymns of the Prophets—Volume 1 Enjoy the favorite hymns of our Latter-day Prophets on this beautiful recording. Favorite Hymns of the Prophets includes: How Great Thou Art • Abide With Me • Love At Home • I Need Thee Every Hour • Lead Kindly Light • O My Father • I Know That My Redeemer Lives • Come, Come Ye Saints. Available as English and Spanish CDs, instrumental cassette and CD, and piano/vocal songbook.
	Favorites From the Children's Songbook Children, young and old, will enjoy the sweet peaceful spirit Marvin brings to the piano as he plays the Sacred Music of the Primary.		Favorite Hymns of the Prophets—Volume 2 Enjoy the favorite hymns of our Latter-day Prophets on this beautiful recording. Perfect to set the mood in your home for singing in church. Favorite Hymns of the Prophets includes: If You Could Hie to Kolob • Joseph Smith’s First Prayer • Oh Say, What is Truth • Let Us Oft Speak Kind Words • Praise to the Man • Now Let Us Rejoice • Sweet Is The Work • The Morning Breaks • The Spirit of God • Redeemer of Israel • Do What Is Right • Oh Ye Mountains High. Available as English and Spanish CDs, instrumental cassette and CD, and piano/vocal songbook.
	Friends & Brothers Three talented artists, from very different circumstances, different musical styles and very different experiences, but with two important things in common—their faith and the belief that music transcends all barriers. Marvin Goldstein, Thurl Bailey and Billy Dean come together to share music of peace, faith and hope.		A Gift of Love Piano with a full orchestra. Includes: I Heard Him Come • How Great Thou Art • I Am a Child of God • Choose You This Day • Families Can Be Together Forever • Mary’s Lullaby • Learn of Me • When Someone Comes • My Heavenly Father Loves Me / Love One Another. Piano solo songbook also available.
	My Favorite Songs from LDS Songwriters (2 CD set) Nearly 20 years ago Marvin Goldstein captured our hearts with his elegant and touching solo piano music. In that tradition Marvin delivers his extraordinary new CD, My Favorite Songs from LDS Songwriters. Featuring popular favorites from Lex de Azevedo, Janice Kapp Perry, Michael McLean, Kenneth Cope, Jeff Goodrich, Roger Hoffman, Michael Webb, Kurt Bestor, Scott Strong, Hilary Weeks and Julie de Azevedo.		Hymns for Worship Set the mood at home or church with these piano arrangements of favorite worship hymns.
	Hymns of Praise Hear favorites played with the feeling Marvin Goldstein brings to the piano accompanied by full orchestra.		Inspirational Notes Inspirational Notes includes: I Am A Child of God • I Need Thee Every Hour • When Someone Cares • I Stand All Amazed • You’re Not Alone • Love One Another • I Believe in Christ • Because I Have Been Given Much • Will He Really Answer Me? • God Be With You • Joseph Smith’s First Prayer.
	Love Songs of the 20th Century—Volume 1 (2 CD set) There are some melodies that stay with us forever, calling to mind a lifetime of special people and places; cherished memories. Best selling pianist Marvin Goldstein has brought together a most remarkable collection of our favorite Love Songs. Songs that set the mood as your grandparents fell in love, to songs that bring a smile to your face as you remember walks in the park, wonderful movies, or just being with the one you love.		Love Songs of the 20th Century—Volume 2 (2 CD set) There are some melodies that stay with us forever, calling to mind a lifetime of special people and places; cherished memories. Best selling pianist Marvin Goldstein has brought together another remarkable collection of our favorite Love Songs.
	A Marvin Goldstein Christmas (2 CD set) A Two CD Set featuring: The Greatest Gift & The Light of Christmas. The Greatest Gift is also available as a songbook.		A Marvin Goldstein Collection (2 CD set) A Marvin Goldstein Collection brings together Marvin’s best-selling “Pianist” series in one, 2 CD set. Digitally mastered for rich, clear sound. This collection is a must for Marvin fans; or the perfect introduction to his remarkable talent. Over 2 hours of your favorite music.
	Marvin Goldstein Plays Favorite Children's Songs by Janice Kapp Perry Enjoy the wonderful music of Marvin Goldstein as he plays the favorite children’s songs written by Janice Kapp Perry. A great way to set the mood in a home or meeting.		Marvin Goldstein Sampler Marvin has shared his music and conversion-story, through recordings and in person, with thousands of people all over the world. For the longtime fan or for those who may be just getting to know Marvin, you’re invited to enjoy the music and feel the inspiration.
	Marvin Goldstein, Pianist (piano solos songbook) Pianist Volume 1 includes: Medley: Somewhere Out There / A Whole New World / Can You Feel The Love Tonight / When You Wish Upon A Star / Beauty and the Beast • Memory from “Cats” • Send in the Clowns • The Greatest Love of All • Unchained Melody • Medley: Ice Castles / Impossible Dream • Stardust • Music of the Night from “Phantom of the Opera” • Medley: You Needed Me / Dreaming • The Way We Were.		A Musical Companion Beloved pianist Marvin Goldstein combines his love for the hymns with his devotion for missionary work on this stirring new CD, A Musical Companion: Favorite Missionary Hymns. From stirring proclamations ofdevotion and service to tender, prayerful petitions of the soul, A Musical Companion has over 70 minutes of inspiring, sacred music. Available as CD and songbook.
	O Divine Redeemer O Divine Redeemer and Other Sacred Classics is a beautiful new recording featuring beloved pianist Marvin Goldstein and vocalist Jonelle Goddard. An unprecedented collection of sacred classics, familiar and new. Words and music so compelling, so inspiring they transcend generations. Songs that move us, no matter how often we experience them.		Janice Kapp Perry Favorites—Volume 1 Pianist Marvin Goldstein performs many of your favorite songs accompanied by a full orchestra. You’ll enjoy the music of Janice Kapp Perry as never before with this unique instrumental recording. Great for relaxation or background music. Available as CD and songbook.
	Janice Kapp Perry Favorites—Volume 2 Pianist Marvin Goldstein performs many of your favorite songs accompanied by a full orchestra. You’ll enjoy the music of Janice Kapp Perry as never before with this unique instrumental recording. Available as CD and songbook.		A Personal Tribute to Janice Kapp Perry A Personal Tribute to Janice Kapp Perry includes: Medley: I Walk By Faith • In the Hollow of Thy Hand • No Ordinary Man • I Love to See the Temple • Learn of Me • Choose You This Day • Love Is Spoken Here • The Test • A Child’s Prayer • I’m Trying To Be Like Jesus • I Walk By Faith / The Test (reprise). • I am of Infinite Worth. • Medley: As Sisters in Zion • We’ll Bring the World His Truth. • Like Jesus. Medley: • Where is Heaven • Mother, Tell Me the Story. • Like a River.
	Sacred Piano Preludes Sacred Piano Preludes includes many favorite Hymns with transitions for continuous performance that will set the mood for any occasion. Available as CD and songbooks.		A Spirit of Love Piano with a full orchestra. A Spirit of Love includes: I Need Thee Every Hour • Because I Have Been Given Much • O My Father • A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief • God Be With You Till We Meet Again • Teach Me To Walk in the Light / Search, Ponder, and Pray • Come Follow Me / Lord, I Would Follow Thee • Love At Home • As I Search The Holy Scriptures / The Spirit of God. Available as CD and songbook.
	Sweet Hour of Prayer You will be touched by special arrangements accompanied by a full orchestra. Sweet Hour of Prayer includes: Sweet Hour of Prayer • O Divine Redeemer • I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked • Consider the Lilies • Come, Come, Ye Saints / I Stand All Amazed • The Lord’s Prayer • Hatikvoh (The Hope) • Abide with Me; “Tis Eventide / Abide With Me! • A Patriotic Medley: America The Beautiful / Battle Hymn of the Republic / Exodus. Available as CD and songbook.