Description
This double-disc special collection of two albums is now available, featuring two prominent Black classical composers and includes rare and world-premiere performances. Northern Magnolias: Robert Nathaniel Dett Piano Works, represents the fifth commercial recording by pianist Luke Welch in addition to Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Piano Works, The Universal Language, Crossing Borders, and The Return: Beethoven and Schumann. This album features a full program of solo piano works by the famed Canadian-American composer Robert Nathaniel Dett (1882-1943). The recording exemplifies the artistry and brilliance of this highly acclaimed Black composer who sought to codify and promote the depth, magnitude, and beauty of the African and African-American cultures through his unique Classically-trained musical lens. The album officially released on Friday, October 11, 2024 in commemoration of the composer’s birthday.
The program includes:
Magnolia Suite
Nepenthe and the Muse
Cave of the Winds
In the Bottoms
After the Cakewalk
Inspiration Waltzes
Samuel Coleridge-Taylor: Piano Works, represents his fourth professional release which features a full program of solo piano works by the famed British composer – including world-premiere recordings. This program exemplifies the artistry and brilliance of this highly acclaimed Black composer who sought to codify and promote the depth, magnitude, and beauty of the African and African-American cultures through his unique Classically-trained musical lens. The album officially released on Friday, May 5, 2023.
The program includes:
Scenes From An Imaginary Ballet, Op. 74
Three Humoresques, Op. 31
Intermezzo
Papillon
Valse Suite, Three Fours, Op. 71
