Welcome to the website of composer and pianist Peter Dayton.

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Peter Dayton, described as “a composer whose heart and care are palpable" (American Record Guide), is a composer of lyrical instrumental and vocal musical.  His release, Stories Out of Cherry Stems: Katie Procell sings works by Peter Dayton (Navona Records, 2022), was nominated for Critic's Choice by Opera News, which praised Dayton's "fresh and interesting sounds." His discography also includes All in the Sound: New Vocal Music by Peter Dayton (Navona, 2023) Aspects of Landscape: Music from the world of John Hitchens (Independent, 2021) and Notes to Loved Ones: New Music for Strings & Piano (Navona, 2018).  Peter holds degrees from Vanderbilt University and Peabody Conservatory. Peter is a proud resident of Baltimore, Maryland, where he regularly engages his community through concertizing and performance opportunities that support local musicians and create new artistic connections.

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Peter is the Director of Operations for Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS), a Baltimore-based, statewide non-profit that advocates for and advances equitable access to quality arts education for Maryland's public school students.

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Information about upcoming performances can be found using the calendar below. Information about Peter's music and links to recordings of individual works can be found through the list of works. Inquiries about purchasing and performing Peter's music can be made through the About / Contact page. Videos of peter's performances can be found on Peter's YouTube channel.