The 'art' music pieces in this collection were written throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries by composers who understood the expressive possibilities of the piano.
Album & Artwork
This album features sixteen love songs for piano, some originally written for piano and others arranged from vocal works.
Performer Biography
William Howard's recording of Fibich's Moods, Impressions and Souvenirs won a Diapason D'Or award in France.
Performer Biography
William Howard has a strong interest in Czech piano music and received a medal from the Czech Minister of Culture in 1986 for his performance of Janáček.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at St. Silas the Martyr, Kentish Town, London, from June 29 to July 1, 2015, using a Steinway model 'D' piano.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The pieces on this album are all expressions of love, sharing common ground with a vast body of folk and popular music.
Performer Biography
William Howard, the pianist on this album, is established as one of Britain's leading pianists, having performed in over 40 countries.
