Tonya Lemoh, the Australian/Sierra Leonean pianist on this album, is known for her focus on unusual and exotic repertoire, and has won several international awards.
Recording & Production
This album presents the world premiere recordings of many of Raymond Hanson's piano works, making it the first complete recording of his piano compositions.
Composer Biography
Raymond Hanson's exposure to jazz through American servicemen he met during World War II had a lasting influence on him as both a performer and composer.
Composer Biography
Despite humble beginnings and limited formal training, Raymond Hanson became a leading lecturer in composition at the New South Wales State Conservatorium of Music.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Raymond Hanson was passionate about social equality and believed music should be accessible and non-elitist, performing in union concerts for dock and railway workers.
Composer Biography
Raymond Charles Hanson was a largely self-taught Australian composer whose career was negatively impacted by a lack of support for Australian composers in the early 20th century.
