Maria Marchant, the pianist on this recording, is a passionate advocate for British music and frequently performs works by composers like Britten, Holst, and Ireland.
Recording & Production
This album includes several first recordings, such as Roderick Williams's transcription of Ireland's 'Sea Fever' and his original piece 'Goodwood by the Sea,' and Vally Lasker's transcription of Holst's 'Brook Green Suite'.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Echoes of Land & Sea," reflects the recurring themes of sea and land found in the featured British piano music.
Recording & Production
The recording took place at Turner Sims, Southampton, on February 11 and 12, 2017, with Siva Oke as Recording Producer and Paul Arden-Taylor as Recording Engineer.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album aims to demonstrate the qualities and range of the legacy and ongoing repertoire of British piano music, which is often considered less significant than orchestral works.
