He's written music for NBC sports, artist Thomas Kinkade and for a 3-year-old victim of child abuse. Wayne's music has been described as sonic soup for the soul. Many critics consider his songs poignant, intimate and healing. You'll wonder why you've never heard of him before.
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Like the music you hear on our Growing Bolder videos and on The Growing Bolder TV Show? Wayne Gratz composed and performs many of the original songs we use. To learn more about his work, click here.
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Gary
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Posted 11:26 am October 13th, 2009Wayne inspried me many years ago with his music I bought a casset tape at Hallmark with various artist on it but one stood out it was Wayne Gratz, Wayne's music is inspiring and emotional for me I will never be able to thank Wayne enough for Natalie's song, it is healing music thanks again Wayne.
Gary / Natalie's Grandfather
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Posted 10:23 pm October 10th, 2009Wayne
We are so grateful for Natalie's Song. Our family very much apprciates the time and thought that went into the creation of this beautiful piece. Hearing that song is like hearing Natalie's voice. From the moment it begins to the very end we think of her. You entire album is amazing. You have created a lasting memory for us, and we will cherish her song forever. Thank you so much Wayne and Kira for coming to Wichita, KS and being a part of Natalie's memory.
Chad and Amy Stuchlik
Don Smith
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Posted 8:24 am October 10th, 2009Wayne is the best, his music inspires emotions of love for family and friends, merories of the past and dreams for the future.
I met Wayne through my new wife Carol several years back and since that day I consider him one of my best friends. He is a great person with an uncatly ability to share his music with anyone who chooses to listen and be inspired. He has inspired me. I share his music with all my family and friends who inturn share with theirs. I wish all who take the time to slow down and listen will be inspired as I was. His music has become a daily part of our lives and I hope it will do the same with yours.
Don & Carol Smith
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Posted 4:52 pm October 9th, 2009Lovely piece, Bill - and, Wayne, you know I love you! Two of my old friends, collaborating on a beautiful story to share with the world. (And I'm sharing with a bunch o' peeps.) Peace & love to you both. Star
David Lindberg
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Posted 7:52 pm October 8th, 2009This story is very inspiring to me as this is exactly what I have been trying to do for the last year. I have my first CD, "Thoughts of Home" released, as of 2008 and have been trying to market it as relaxation/meditation music. It is very similar to Wayne's but not necessarily piano solo. I have had good feedback but I struggle with the risk of spending a lot of money for a publisher to give me better visibility. I have had success with one song being chosen as winning instrumental song in the "Song of the Year" international contest. It is in conjunction with VH1's Save the Music.
http://www.songoftheyear.com/winners/2009/052009.htm
I would love to see if Wayne could listen to my music and give me any advice on marketing and publishing.
I love Wayne's music and the inspiring story of the little girl that inspired him to write a song for her. That's how I think of this music...very emotional. I was much like Wayne, in that I also hoped to be a successful rock star back in the day.
Lloyd Hanson
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Posted 3:45 pm October 8th, 2009That's our Wayne! Wonderful job as always, Bill. Beautiful and soulful music as only Wayne can create. Let us know if this one makes it to the Sunday morning show as I would love to see on TV.
Way to go, Wayne. Looking forward to your show at Plaza Theater.
Lloyd Hanson, friend and fan