John Carmichael's experience in early Music Therapy encouraged him to develop an accessible and immediate style in his improvisations and compositions.
Composer's Artistic Vision
John Carmichael, the composer, considers himself a Romantic and incorporates elements of French music, Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev, and Spanish/Latin American genres into his compositions.
Composer's Artistic Vision
John Carmichael, the composer, starts his creative process by finding a melodic element or motif that has potential for development or variation.
Composer Biography
John Carmichael, the composer, was awarded the OAM (Medal of the Order of Australia) in 2011 for his services as a concert pianist and composer.
Recording & Production
The album's cover painting, titled 'The Garden', was created by Emilia Maggio.
Performer Biography
Antony Gray, the pianist on this album, has been a champion of contemporary music and neglected composers, including George Enescu, Dussek, Martinu, Malcolm Williamson, and John Carmichael.
