Gunnar Johansen: Piano Works
Solon Pierce (piano)
This is a wonderful insight into the music of this marvellous musician... Solon Pierce brings to it vigour, commitment, passion and an enviable technique, navigating its ever-changing dramatic...
Gunnar Johansen: Piano Works
Solon Pierce (piano)
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This is a wonderful insight into the music of this marvellous musician... Solon Pierce brings to it vigour, commitment, passion and an enviable technique, navigating its ever-changing dramatic...
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First time on CD, new recordings of piano works of Danish-American pianist-composer Gunnar Johansen, best known as a pianist but also a prolific composer for his instrument, including 2 of Johansen's piano sonatas, and shorter pieces from 1928 to 1977. Young American pianist Solon Pierce is the leading authority on the music of Gunnar Johansen and knew the composer well. His extensive booklet notes with many rare photos only enhances the importance of this CD.
Contents and tracklist
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Awards and reviews
August 2022
This is a wonderful insight into the music of this marvellous musician... Solon Pierce brings to it vigour, commitment, passion and an enviable technique, navigating its ever-changing dramatic landscapes effortlessly.
