Aaron Emerson plays 'Fanfare For The Common Man' with orchestra, Birmingham Symphony Hall

To be asked to play at a tribute concert for my father Keith Emerson at the Keith Emerson: A musical celebration of his life was an absolute honour, but to be asked to play 'Fanfare For The Common Man' with the fantastic Marc Bonilla, Travis Davis, Brett Morgan - Drummer , Terje Mikkelsen and the Keith Emerson Concert Orchestra was particually special for me. Firstly, I was named after Aaron Copland, and secondly, this piece of music has been the fanfare to my whole life. To have not only my wife and kids there, but also my mother, brother and niece, made it all the more special for me. The biggest thanks go to of course, Jim Davidson, without whom none of this would've been possible. Well done Jim - you did him proud! I hope I did a good job, and I know that dad would be chuffed to bits that I managed to pull it off...! --Aaron