For Second Smash Year, Scott Krippayne Relies on Clavinova for Winter Wonderland Tour

BUENA PARK, Calif. — Christian music sensation Scott Krippayne will once again join the platinum-selling Christian pop group Point of Grace for their highly successful Winter Wonderland tour, and will take along his instrument of choice – the Clavinova CVP-309PE digital piano.

Scott Krippayne
Yamaha Artist Scott Krippayne
Throughout November and December, the fun-filled, holiday-themed show will visit 16 cities across the country, taking audiences on a musical journey into the whimsical world of Santa, Frosty and Rudolph, as well as sacred music that explores the true meaning of Christmas. The tour will feature music from Point of Grace's Winter Wonderland and A Christmas Story recordings as well as Scott Krippayne's new Christmas EP, which was recorded exclusively on the Clavinova CVP-309PE. A complete listing of tour dates can be accessed here.

"Not only does the Clavinova look and sound great in performance," declares Krippayne, "but its huge library of sounds and song styles have helped spark my creativity and taken my writing in new and surprising directions."

Krippayne's holiday album includes timeless classics such as "Silent Night" and "Away In a Manger," as well as two original pieces entitled "Christmas Time Is Here Again," and "It Wouldn't Be Christmas." Christmas was released on November 21st and is available at all tour locations and at www.scottkrippayne.com. Krippayne's recently released greatest hits compilation, Autobiography, is in stores now.

Point of Grace
Point of Grace poses around the Clavinova CVP-309PE. The Christian vocal ensemble joins forces again this year with frequent collaborator Scott Krippayne for their Winter Wonderland tour.
Denise Jones, Heather Payne, Shelley Breen and Leigh Cappillino are Point of Grace. The top-selling vocal group has released ten albums to date, including Point of Grace (1993), The Whole Truth (1995), Life, Love & Other Mysteries (1996), Steady On (1998), A Christmas Story (1999), Rarities and Remixes (2000), Free to Fly (2001), Girls of Grace (2002), 24 (2003) and I Choose You (2004). Point of Grace is founder of Girls of Grace, an organization dedicated to building a foundation of a hope, renewed self-confidence and purpose for young girls through a series of concerts and conferences.

Scott Krippayne is a singer-songwriter who cares about writing music that resonates with people and touches the heart. His acclaimed CDs include Gentle Revolution, It Goes Like Thisé, All of Me, Bright Star Blue Sky, More and Wild Imagination, which have spawned nine number one songs.

As a songwriter, Scott has had over 150 of his songs recorded by other artists, including Point of Grace, Avalon, Sandi Patty, FFH, Jaci Velasquez and John Tesh. He has also authored two books – Hugs for Teens, and More Than a Story – a daily devotional. Scott lives in the Seattle area with his wife of twelve years, Katy and their two children – Tobey and Tyler.

For more information, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Piano Division, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622, telephone (714) 522-9011, e-mail infostation@yamaha.com.

About Yamaha:
Yamaha Corporation of America is the largest subsidiary of Yamaha Corporation, Japan and offers a full line of musical instruments and audio/visual products to the U.S. market. Products include: acoustic and digital pianos, portable keyboards, guitars, acoustic and electronic drums, band and orchestral instruments, marching percussion products, synthesizers, professional digital and analog audio products, wireless content, and innovative technology products targeted to the hobbyist, education, worship, professional music, and installation markets. Yamaha Corporation of America also owns Yamaha Exporting, Inc., a subsidiary engaged in exporting many products and materials to overseas markets including Japan.