Today's piano podcast is, in timely fashion, an homage to the fallen heroes who gave their lives so that we may have ours. I will be talking briefly about the history and symbolism of perhaps that most famous of bugle calls: The Last Post. Why is this short work so infused with solemnity and meaning in our collective conscious?

"At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them."#LastPost#PianoCover#RemembranceSunday#RemembranceDay#ArmisticeDay#MilitaryTribute#FallenHeroes#PianoMusic#Remembrance2025#LastPostCover#MemorialMusic#VeteransTribute#EmotionalPiano#WarMemorial#TributeToHeroes

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This podcast episode commences a new series, on contemporary pianists that I consider the absolute best currently recording. And, we had to start with my personal favourite, Canadian artist Jesse Brown! I discovered his music in 2018, and his catalogue has been my steadfast companion ever since. Given that I’ve always received the best recommendations of new music from friends - most often just via hearing their background playlists, and being curious - I thought it might be nice to share my own discovery journery with you. We’ll delve a little into the background of this composer, and also listen to snippets of three special works, analyse their genesis, and certain interesting features. Chosen tracks as follows:

Flocks [2018]

Havana 2012 [2019]

Reading the Clouds [2021]

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Okay, I admit: shameless plug for my latest album 'Cutting Room Floor: One Take Solo Piano' which released this week. But, I also felt it an opportunity to discuss elements of refining your recordings - and sometimes, just 'letting it be' is the key.

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Happy piano playing/learning!