Brinton Family Pianists to Perform at Carnegie Hall

Three generations of the Brinton family, including 12 grandchildren, will take the stage at the iconic New York venue.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 8:09pm

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The Brinton Family Pianists, led by 74-year-old grandmother Sally Peterson Brinton, a Juilliard-trained pianist, will perform at Carnegie Hall on March 23. The family ensemble includes Brinton's daughters Stephanie Brinton Parker and Lindsey Brinton Harris, as well as 12 of Brinton's grandchildren ranging in age from 7 to 18 years old. The Brintons have a long history of musical excellence, with several family members having performed at prestigious venues around the world.

Why it matters

The Brinton family's multi-generational passion for music and their upcoming Carnegie Hall performance highlight the power of family bonds and the enduring impact that music education can have. Their story inspires others to pursue their musical dreams and to pass down a love of the arts to future generations.

The details

The Brinton Family Pianists have been preparing for their Carnegie Hall debut with practice sessions at a retirement home near Provo Canyon. The ensemble includes Brinton matriarch Sally Peterson Brinton, her daughters Stephanie and Lindsey, and 12 of Brinton's grandchildren. Several of the younger Brintons, including 8-year-old Caleb Harris and 10-year-old Nelson Harris, will be performing pieces by composers like Bach and Copland. The family has previously performed in Germany, St. Louis, and at Carnegie Hall in 2006.

  • The Brinton Family Pianists will perform at Carnegie Hall on March 23, 2026.
  • The family held a practice performance at the Courtyard at Jamestown Senior Care Center in March 2026 to prepare for their Carnegie Hall debut.

The players

Sally Peterson Brinton

A 74-year-old Juilliard-trained pianist and grandmother to 38 grandchildren, who has led a life dedicated to music. She was crowned Miss Utah in 1972 and went on to perform Rachmaninoff's 'Piano Concerto No. 1' at the Miss America Pageant.

Stephanie Brinton Parker

Brinton's daughter, an active recitalist who has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Richard Nixon Presidential Library, and various venues throughout Europe and eastern Russia.

Lindsey Brinton Harris

Brinton's daughter, who will be performing with the Brinton Family Pianists at Carnegie Hall.

Michael Brinton

Brinton's grandson, who was inspired to learn piano after first hearing his grandmother perform 'Rhapsody in Blue' when he was 9 years old.

Caleb Harris

Brinton's 8-year-old great-grandson, who has previously performed for over 1,000 people and is excited to take the stage at Carnegie Hall.

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What they’re saying

“I think it's so amazing how devoted she has been to piano. When I first heard her perform 'Rhapsody in Blue,' I was nine years old. That was the moment when I was like, 'wow! Piano is so cool!' And it was my ultimate dream to learn that piece. My grandmother has inspired me.”

— Michael Brinton, Grandson (ksltv.com)

“We need to be concert-ready. Some of my littlest grandchildren don't even touch the floor when they play the piano, but they play with all of their heart.”

— Sally Peterson Brinton, Grandmother and Pianist (ksltv.com)

“I've performed before for over 1,000 people in St. Louis. And I got through my piece really well. So I think I can do that at Carnegie.”

— Caleb Harris, 8-year-old Pianist (ksltv.com)

“It's about the American West and cowboys and stuff. I am kind of used to performing. I just feel like I am practicing at home, but with a bunch of people watching. I have learned that I can do hard things.”

— Nelson Harris, 10-year-old Pianist (ksltv.com)

“When you share your heart through music, when you give part of yourself, there is so much joy! And I felt that today. I feel it every time I play the piano.”

— Sally Peterson Brinton, Grandmother and Pianist (ksltv.com)

What’s next

The Brinton Family Pianists will take the stage at Carnegie Hall on March 23, 2026 for their highly anticipated performance.

The takeaway

The Brinton family's multi-generational passion for music and their upcoming Carnegie Hall debut showcase the enduring power of family bonds and the transformative impact of music education. Their story inspires others to pursue their own musical dreams and to pass down a love of the arts to future generations.