Ethan Walmark: Music on Church Lane

Westport native Ethan Walmark first captured hearts as the six-year-old piano prodigy who went viral performing Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” on The Today Show. Currently studying at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music, Ethan has emerged as one of the most dynamic and versatile live performers of his generation. A five-time School of Rock All-Star chosen from more than 60,000 musicians worldwide, he is a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist who commands piano, guitar, bass, drums, and over ten additional instruments, paired with a powerful soulful tenor and bass vocal range. With nearly 3,000 songs memorized across every genre, Ethan can deliver virtually any audience request.

He has already performed at iconic venues including The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Times Square, The Bitter End, and Red Bull Arena, and has performed with rock and soul legends Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), Mike Garson (David Bowie), Judith Hill, Andra Day, and other well-known musical artists.

Blending technical brilliance, profound musical depth, and infectious joy, Ethan brings stadium-level energy and genuine connection to every performance—whether on major stages or intimate local rooms.