The Yale School of Music has a long history of fostering new music, dating back to its founding in 1894 with Horatio Parker, and has had a composition faculty with an international presence.
Recording & Production
This album features several premiere recordings, indicated by an asterisk next to the track title.
Composition History
Many of the pieces on this album were composed by Robert Blocker's faculty colleagues and friends at his request, specifically to create contemporary character pieces for him to perform and record.
Album & Artwork
The cover image for the album is titled 'Fire Pit' and was created by Grace.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded and produced by Matt LeFevre in two locations at the Yale School of Music: Morse Recital Hall and Blocker Orchestra Hall.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Robert Blocker, the pianist, aimed to enrich the piano repertoire with contemporary character pieces that follow the romantic tradition of being 3-5 minutes long with an inherent emotional impulse.
Performer Biography
Robert Blocker, the pianist on this album, is a Steinway artist.
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