Derek Banks

Derek Banks is a pianist whose career has led him to perform for audiences across the globe, spanning 12 countries across five continents. Derek made his international debut at the Osaka International Music Competition, receiving the bronze prize at age 20. He has performed concerti with the Utah Valley Symphony and Nebo Philharmonic, and at age 16 was invited to perform Rachmaninoff’s Concerto No. 2 with the Pleasant Grove Orchestra.
Derek made his Carnegie Hall debut at age 19, performing Prokofiev’s Sonata No. 3, as well as duet and quartet collaborations. Additionally, Derek has performed for dignitaries in various nations, with a special US Embassy performance in Johannesburg, and a special gala concert with the Thai Princess Benchapa. Among his notable instructors include Dr. David Glen Hatch, as well as Alexandre Moutouzkine and Dr. Marc Silverman at the Manhattan School of Music.