Percy Grainger House
About the Business
Percy Grainger House, located at 7 Cromwell Place in White Plains, New York, is a tourist attraction dedicated to preserving the music, heritage, and culture of the early 20th century, with a focus on the work of Percy Grainger. The institution aims to promote Grainger's legacy through preservation of his historic house, appreciation of his music, and deeper understanding of his life and work.
Visitors can enjoy events such as piano recitals, exhibitions, and tours of the Grainger home, where Percy and his wife Rose lived and worked. The Grainger Library of Sampled Sounds offers a collection of recorded sounds for creative use. Tours of the historic home, lasting between 45 minutes and 1 hour, are available on select days throughout the year.
Members of the Percy Grainger Society can enjoy free events and access to exclusive programs. The institution is supported by the New York State Council on the Arts and offers a unique opportunity to explore the life and work of this influential musician. Visit Percy Grainger House to experience a piece of music history in a beautiful setting.
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7 Cromwell Pl, White Plains, NY 10601, United States
Reviews
"If you're a Grainger fan (i.e. band director, pianist, composer, etc.), you'll enjoy the visit to the home where he and his wife, Elsa, lived the last few decades of their lives. The home, and its contents are as eccentric as it's celebrated but quirky resident. You'll see some of Grainger's photos sitting about - many of famous contemporaries, stacks of his music, rooms where he played and wrote music, and much more. Our tour guide, Mark Grant, was awesome. He's a composer and music author himself so he was able to provide both musical and historical insight. Highly recommended!"
"I only found out that Grainger's house was here 3 days before I came to visit a friend in White Plains. The secretary of the Grainger society gave me a personal tour and - amazingly - invited me to play the piano! I enjoyed the visit, despite the cold (they leave the heat off in winter). I hope to be back some day, better prepared and in warmer weather!"
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