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An engaging and dynamic presence on the music scene, 18 year old Noah Lis is creating a buzz with his keyboard and vocal talents at well known venues across the states.     The ambitious teen from Western Massachusetts has an extensive musical background and a rich expressive voice that reaches out and embraces audiences of all ages.     Noah was just 3 years old, when he belted out the National Anthem on a coffee table in his living room, and it was a mystery where he had learned those famous lyrics.     By the age of 6, he was playing piano by ear, and began classical instruction with   neighborhood music teacher, Lila Haendiges, who he credits for forcing him to read music.        In middle school, he added saxophone to his list of accomplishments, and by 11 had taught himself to sing and play some pop tunes on the piano.      Shortly after, he began working with jazz performance singer/songwriter Janet Ryan, and was also invited to join the 160 member   Dan Kane Singers choral group, in which his powerful voice quickly earned him a soloist position.      Noah released his first CD entitled "Simple Things" in May, 2006 and claims it is a diverse selection of music that has something for everyone.   He taught himself to keyboard at age 15, has dabbled in both drums and guitar, and is also trying his hand at songwriting.       In November 2008, Noah released a Christmas Album entitled "The Gift" with renowned vocalist Traci Mnich, and during December worked with   Deborah Gibson at her Electric Youth Camp in NYC in which he concentrated on strengthening his songwriting skills.       In addition, he works with a local audio company providing live sound for local bands, and is also developing some self-taught recording skills in a small   home studio he built himself.      Presently, Noah just graduated from high school in which he maintained honor grades throughout his education.  He played alto and tenor sax with his schools marching, symphonic, and jazz band, as well as soprano in a saxophone quartet.  He received many recognitions and awards throughout his young career including the prestigious John Philip Souza Band Award. He performed out in NYC for America's Got Talent and has auditioned for American Idol 3 times.     In June 2009, he was named as one of "Western Massachusetts most Talented Teens" by the Springfield Republican News. He is currently working with an entertainment manager to broaden his career.     Although he spends most of his free time practicing and performing, music is much more a labor of love, and he continues to wow audiences with his vocal and piano talents.      His future goals include attending college for a double major in Music and Business,   expanding his musical profession, and sharing his gift with others.     Despite Noah's musical background, he's a regular teen who enjoys the great outdoors, and has many interests. His upbeat personality is the strength and charm behind his passion.  He's self motivated, enthusiastic, and driven to perfect his musical abilities.  <a id="zoomedLink" href="javascript:void(0);" title="Click to zoom out."></a><h3>2009 Talented Teen in the Arts: Musician Noah Samuel Lis of Palmer High School, Grade 12</h3><h4>Posted by <a href="http://blog.masslive.com/nie/about.html"></a><a href="http://blog.masslive.com/nie/about.html">Republican teen editor</a> June 02, 2009 05:22AM</h4> <img src="http://blog.masslive.com/nie/2009/06/large_lis.jpg" alt="" width="453" height="692" /> Staff photo by MICHAEL S. GORDON Discipline: Music (piano, sax, voice) College choice: Berklee School of Music, Boston, vocal major Resume highlights: Produced and recorded two full-length CDs; made it to the third round of "America's Got Talent" in 2008 and was invited for a second audition for "American Idol;" scholarship student at Deborah Gibson's Electric Youth winter camp in New York City and had a vocal lesson with Madonna's coach; Dan Kane Singers, Massachusetts Music Educators Association Western District Jazz Band, operate Noah Lis Music Entertainment services (<a href="../../">http://www.noahlis.com/</a>) for area events "Music is a passion that chose me from the moment I could talk. I practice and perform four to five hours every day, and it is much more of a labor of love. I have a driven need to expand my knowledge and experiences, perfect my musical abilities and continue my education. I'm careful to never take this gift for granted and I enjoy sharing it with others." Nominating teacher: Christopher L. Beaudry  <img id="fullSizedImage" src="http://i706.photobucket.com/albums/ww61/NoahLis/HR.jpg?t=1250963467" alt="HR.jpg picture by NoahLis" width="706" height="1023" /> <a id="zoomedLink" href="javascript:void(0);" title="Click to zoom out."></a> biography

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