Thanks to those who helped put this together! I’m not very clear on who the recital coordinators are, but this is a great inaugural recital, and it’s wonderful to see so many submissions! It’s really exciting that this became a reality!
For submissions that were made both here and on PW, I’m thinking I’ll alternate where I post my comments, but I will try to get to everyone! I decided to start at the end for this set of responses.
25. diretonic — Borrowed Blues. I’m not familiar with Dr John, but I enjoyed this tremendously, and I appreciated the story of how you came across the music. Thanks for sharing!
26. Rubens @Josephine — Waltz Op.70 no.2. What a fantastic story of how this submission came to be! Also lovely and sensitive playing by both Rubens and Josephine. I thought the contrast in character worked very well, in the context of the piece.
27. Serge88 — Misty. A wonderful performance of this great standard! You seem more and more confident with each new submission.
28. twocats — Rustle of Spring. In my neck of the woods, it’s high summer, but the Rustle of Spring is most welcome! I’ve heard this piece a few times before, and it’s definitely a crowd pleaser. I’m very impressed that you were able to whip up the recording without much recent practice. I really enjoyed the contrasts, and you did a great job with the dramatic moments.
29. navindra — Bluebird (in Mauritius). What a great story and fun video! I’m so glad you felt comfortable playing (and recording) there. This was a fantastic ending to the recital. The music felt like it was perfect for the setting of the bright blue sky and sandy beaches. It did, however, look like the piano strings were suffering from the humidity 🙁 .
More comments to come, and thanks to all who have commented and/or listened to my submission!