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	Dino received his professional training at ] as well as the ]. For many years he served as pianist for the evangelist, ].<ref name="Powell_Fe">{{cite book \|last=Powell \|first=Mark Allan \|title=Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music \|year=2002 \|publisher=Hendrickson Publishers \|location=], ] \|isbn=1-56563-679-1 \|edition=First printing \|pages=259}}</ref> Dino has traveled extensively and produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with various ] (such as ])<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and is well known in Christian circles.		Dino received his professional training at ] as well as the ]. For many years he served as pianist for the evangelist, ].<ref name="Powell_Fe">{{cite book \|last=Powell \|first=Mark Allan \|title=Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music \|year=2002 \|publisher=Hendrickson Publishers \|location=], ] \|isbn=1-56563-679-1 \|edition=First printing \|pages=259}}</ref> Dino has traveled extensively and produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with various ] (such as ])<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and is well known in Christian circles.

	Dino has hosted two television shows, the ''Dino and Debby Show'' in the 1970s with his wife Deborah<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and ''The Dino Show'' presently, which runs weekly on the ]. He has also appeared on ], beginning in ]. Dino has described his style as combining the classical and the sacred.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} Many of his works are ]-based and/or contemporary remakes of ] works.<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> Dino also performs annually in his own show in ], ]. When in Branson, Kartsonakis attends James River Assembly in ]. Among his proudest accomplishments is production of what is known as the "Peace Series", a collection of ~~CD's~~ featuring more subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Kartsonakis performed at Carnegie Hall in December 15, 2005.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}}		Dino has hosted two television shows, the ''Dino and Debby Show'' in the 1970s with his wife Deborah<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and ''The Dino Show'' presently, which runs weekly on the ]. He has also appeared on ], beginning in ]. Dino has described his style as combining the classical and the sacred.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} Many of his works are ]-based and/or contemporary remakes of ] works.<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> Dino also performs annually in his own show in ], ]. When in Branson, Kartsonakis attends James River Assembly in ]. Among his proudest accomplishments is production of what is known as the "Peace Series", a collection of CDs featuring more subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Kartsonakis performed at Carnegie Hall in December 15, 2005.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}}

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Dino Kartsonakis (b. 1942) is an accomplished sacred pianist of Greek heritage.

Background

Dino was born on July 20, 1942 in New York City and attended Glad Tidings Tabernacle. He began playing his grandmother's piano at the age of three. The first song he had learned was At the Cross. He was enrolled in piano lessons at age five.

Dino received his professional training at The King's College as well as the Juilliard School of Music. For many years he served as pianist for the evangelist, Kathryn Kuhlman. Dino has traveled extensively and produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with various evangelists (such as Kathryn Kuhlman) and is well known in Christian circles.

Dino has hosted two television shows, the Dino and Debby Show in the 1970s with his wife Deborah and The Dino Show presently, which runs weekly on the Trinity Broadcasting Network. He has also appeared on QVC, beginning in 2000. Dino has described his style as combining the classical and the sacred. His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant. Many of his works are religion-based and/or contemporary remakes of classical music works. Dino also performs annually in his own show in Branson, Missouri, United States. When in Branson, Kartsonakis attends James River Assembly in Ozark, Missouri. Among his proudest accomplishments is production of what is known as the "Peace Series", a collection of CDs featuring more subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Kartsonakis performed at Carnegie Hall in December 15, 2005.

Dino has participated in an auction benefiting MusicCares, a charitable organization that helps struggling musicians and entertainers.

Family

Kartsonakis was married to Deborah Marie Keener in 1976, with whom he has a daughter, Christina. Dino and Debby subsequently divorced a few years later. Christina Kartsonakis, known as "an astonishing beauty" in some publications, is singer/songwriter/producer who has been featured on several mainstream projects and has gained much notariaty in Europe. In 1986 Dino married his current wife, Cheryl. Cheryl Kartsonakis is sister to gospel singer Gary McSpadden. Cheryl Kartsonakis had a daughter, Cherie.

Awards

Grammys

Two Grammy Award nominations, one win

GMAs

Eight Gospel Music Association Dove Awards:

1978, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1986: Instrumentalist
1993, 1996: Instrumental Album of the Year

Recordings

No Greater Love
Your Requests
The Greatest of Miracles
Reflections of Dino
Kathryn Kuhlman Presents Dino
Christmas with Dino Playing Your Favorite Carols
The Miracle (w/ David Rose)
Alleluia
With Love from Dino
Dino Plays Folk Musical Themes
My Tribute
A Salute to the United States of America
Dino on Tour with Debby
Dino Plays Classic Country
Love Song
Rise Again
Just Piano Praise
Rush Hour
Just Piano Praise II
Encore
Favorite Hymns
Chariots of Fire
Majesty
Just Piano Praise III
Great is the Lord
A Christmas Gift of Love
Regal Reign
A Place for Us
A Piano Portrait
A Wonderful Time of the Year
Kartsonakis
Hits of the 80's
Peace in the Midst of the Storm
Majestic Peace
All Creation Sings
Rhythm of Peace
Christmas A Time for Peace
Classical Peace
Somewhere in Time
Miracles
Music For All Time
Quiet Time
A Christmas Celebration
When I Fall in Love
Quiet Inspiration
Quiet Romance
With Love (re-release of A Place for Us)
Somewhere in Christmastime
The Birthday of the King
Hymns Collection vol. 1 (a total of 6 are planned for release).

Quotes

"God gave me the talent and I endeavor to give it back to Him with each new idea."
"Over 100,000 people attend my shows each season and no one can say they haven't heard the Gospel."
"Being a pianist allows me to play in any language."

References

^ Powell, Mark Allan (2002). Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music (First printing ed.). Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson Publishers. p. 259. ISBN 1-56563-679-1.
"Dove Award Recipients for Instrumentalist". Published by the Gospel Music Association. Retrieved November 15, 2006.
"Dove Award Recipients for Instrumental Album". Published by the Gospel Music Association. Retrieved November 15, 2006.

External links

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	Dino received his professional training at ] as well as the ]. For many years he served as pianist for the evangelist, ].<ref name="Powell_Fe">{{cite book \|last=Powell \|first=Mark Allan \|title=Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music \|year=2002 \|publisher=Hendrickson Publishers \|location=], ] \|isbn=1-56563-679-1 \|edition=First printing \|pages=259}}</ref> Dino has traveled extensively and produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with various ] (such as ])<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and is well known in Christian circles.		Dino received his professional training at ] as well as the ]. For many years he served as pianist for the evangelist, ].<ref name="Powell_Fe">{{cite book \|last=Powell \|first=Mark Allan \|title=Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music \|year=2002 \|publisher=Hendrickson Publishers \|location=], ] \|isbn=1-56563-679-1 \|edition=First printing \|pages=259}}</ref> Dino has traveled extensively and produced well over 50 recordings on his own as well as mainstream labels. He has worked with various ] (such as ])<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and is well known in Christian circles.

	Dino has hosted two television shows, the ''Dino and Debby Show'' in the 1970s with his wife Deborah<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and ''The Dino Show'' presently, which runs weekly on the ]. He has also appeared on ], beginning in ]. Dino has described his style as combining the classical and the sacred.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} Many of his works are ]-based and/or contemporary remakes of ] works.<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> Dino also performs annually in his own show in ], ]. When in Branson, Kartsonakis attends James River Assembly in ]. Among his proudest accomplishments is production of what is known as the "Peace Series", a collection of ~~CD's~~ featuring more subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Kartsonakis performed at Carnegie Hall in December 15, 2005.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}}		Dino has hosted two television shows, the ''Dino and Debby Show'' in the 1970s with his wife Deborah<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> and ''The Dino Show'' presently, which runs weekly on the ]. He has also appeared on ], beginning in ]. Dino has described his style as combining the classical and the sacred.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} His technique has been described as fluid and brilliant.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}} Many of his works are ]-based and/or contemporary remakes of ] works.<ref name="Powell_Fe"/> Dino also performs annually in his own show in ], ]. When in Branson, Kartsonakis attends James River Assembly in ]. Among his proudest accomplishments is production of what is known as the "Peace Series", a collection of CDs featuring more subdued piano arrangements against a backdrop of nature sounds. Kartsonakis performed at Carnegie Hall in December 15, 2005.{{Fact\|date=February 2007}}

	Dino has participated in an auction benefiting ], a ] that helps struggling ]s and ]s.		Dino has participated in an auction benefiting ], a ] that helps struggling ]s and ]s.