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"Jeff
Bjorck has crafted an excellent follow-up to his 1999 debut, Pure Piano
Portraits. The 11 tracks of solo piano...are similar to some of George
Winston's earlier work, a la December, but Bjorck's music is more
contemplative... This is a fine disc for massage sessions, as it never
becomes too loud, and always maintains its relaxing pace." (CLICK
HERE for a full review.)
Jeff Bjorck's second CD, PURE PIANO PANORAMAS begins where his debut
project PURE PIANO PORTRAITS ends. Many pieces on Jeff Bjorck's first CD
reflect his love for the Appalachian woods and Catskill Mountains of his
youth. Now, having lived the last decade in Southern California, he has
turned to the desert and chaparral for inspiration. From the Joshua
Trees of the Mojave Desert (portrayed on the CD cover) to towering
thunderclouds hovering above parched earth, Jeff’s new songs take the
listener on a panoramic tour. To read the stories behind each piece, click here. More Reviews "Once upon a time I held to the
belief that the vast majority of solo piano recordings were, for the
most part, self-indulgent works wherein the artist merely plays the
piano. Yet there are, albeit few and far between, those discs that are
rare gems which actually portray the resonant soul of both the piano and
the artist. The jewel case for Pure Piano
Panoramas is one such release containing that elusive rare
pearl of real piano music." (CLICK
HERE for a full review.) "A
stunningly beautiful musical collection. "Pure Piano
Panoramas" is, in turn, lyrical, soothing, joyous and inspiring.
Jeff Bjorck is an accomplished composer with a huge emotional and
stylistic range. The whole CD is a joy to experience! Among my favourite
tracks are "Soaring Mesa Cliffs" during which I can imagine
flying over the desert and "Desert Cloudburst" which portrays
such energy but at the same time, beauty and peace.... I look forward to
his next recording!" "Jeff's
CD Pure Piano Panoramas is perfect music for relaxation, full of
soothing and beautiful melodies. I highly recommend it and find it
comparable to George Winston's music. It has been in HEAVY
rotation here at KASU." "Pure Piano Panoramas by
pianist/composer Jeff Bjorck is a landscape of emotion…[This] is a
quality recording with beautiful photography by Jeff. I recommend this
CD without hesitation and have proudly given it as a gift to my dear
friends. This is truly ‘quiet music to calm the heart in a noisy
world.’ This is music touched by hands of heaven."(CLICK
HERE for a full review.) "We
purchased Pure Piano Portraits and Pure Piano Panoramas so that we could
have beautiful background music during our wedding reception. We wanted
music that would give the mood of joy and happiness, with a sense of
calmness. Jeff Bjorck's Pure Piano CD's fit the bill perfectly and will
be enjoyed by many, not only at our wedding reception, but for many
years to come." "[Pure Piano Panoramas is]
genuine art. Jeff's second released CD is excellent. His first was
wonderful, and this new one takes his art a clear step further….much
of it sounds like emotion poured straight into the piano; very
compelling music is what results….This is one of my favorite piano
recordings in a sizable collection. It truly stands out. Finally, it can
be as relaxing as it is compelling." (CLICK
HERE for a full review.) ~ "This album is indeed
‘quiet music to calm the heart in a noisy world.’ In the spirit of
David Lanz, George Winston, and Jim Brickman, Jeff has put emotion to
music. You can painstakingly analyze each cut….or you can just let the
music play. This is all refreshingly original music; you won't find it
anywhere else…Before you shell out a hundred bucks an hour for a
shrink, turn out the lights, sit back, and put Pure Piano Panoramas
on….It is just what the doctor ordered... to calm the heart." (CLICK
HERE for a full review.) "Jeff
Bjorck's follow-up to his debut, Pure Piano Portraits, is
stunning….The earlier Portraits is an excellent album, but
the artistic growth and emotional depth in Panoramas are
amazing! A clinical psychologist, researcher, and professor at a
theological seminary in southern California, Jeff's understanding of the
human psyche as well as his own deeply spiritual nature come through
with a bold confidence and assurance that is lacking in a lot of
so-called new age piano recordings….As a piano teacher who listens to
solo piano for a living, it takes something very special to knock me
out, and this is it! One of my favorite albums for the year 2000, it
will continue to be a favorite for years to come. I give Panoramas
my highest recommendation! (CLICK
HERE for a full review.)
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