Kevin Gorman - William Bland: Piano Sonatas, Vol. 2

Bridge Records is pleased to issue the second volume of American pianist Kevin Gorman's survey of William Bland's 24 Piano Sonatas. Volume One of this series received high praise for both the originality of Bland's music, and Gorman's stunning performances. Volume 2 presents the premiere recordings of Sonata No. 9 in F Major Spring, and Sonata No. 10 in e minor. Also included is William Bland's most frequently recorded composition, Nouveau Rag. The range of expressive tools is vast. It's grand music, with grand playing too from Gorman. It is fervently to be hoped that this series continues. -Colin Clarke, Fanfare