The recording took place in Llewellyn Hall, Canberra, Australia, known for its warm and lively acoustic for piano performances, using a recently rebuilt Steinway Concert Grand piano.
Performer Biography
John Luxton, the pianist, is recognized as one of Australia's finest pianists and teachers, with an international reputation for his performances and master classes.
Recording & Production
This album represents Christopher Blake's first recording of his complete solo piano works to date, offering an intimate insight into his compositional style over two decades.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Christopher Blake's piano works aim to create a distinctive sound that represents a new music specific to New Zealand, blending techniques of modern European music with local expression.
Composition History
The pieces in "Ribbonwood is Home" were written in 1978 and 1979 to commemorate the composer Christopher Blake's father, Hugh Blake, who died in 1977.
Interpretation
Pianist John Luxton's sensitive and intuitive playing, stemming from his friendship with Christopher Blake and residency in New Zealand during the late 1970s, provides a unique and personal reading of these pieces.
Composer Biography
Christopher Blake, the composer, was born in Christchurch, New Zealand in 1949 and has held several significant arts management positions, including Chief Executive of The National Library of New Zealand.
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