Kenneth Hamilton – Romantic Piano Encores

Kenneth Hamilton performs a stunning selection of romantic piano encores. This Album is a balm: beautifully and sensitively played, it brings a sense of peace and tranquility

Described by Moscow’s Kommersant as “an outstanding virtuoso – one of the finest Players of his generation”, by Tom Service in the Guardian as “pianist, author, lecturer and all-round Virtuoso” and by Stefan Pieper in Klassik Heute as “pianist, scholar, maverick and philosopher” and philosopher”, Kenneth Hamilton is internationally known as a recitalist and recording artist Recording artist of originality and emotional depth. His CDs have received both Critical acclaim as well as a large number of listeners worldwide

Hamilton’s recordings for the Prima Facie label: Kenneth Hamilton Plays Ronald Stevenson Volumes 1 and 2; Back to Bach: Tributes and Transcriptions by Liszt, Rachmaninov and Busoni; Preludes to Chopin; and More Preludes to Chopin have received outstanding reviews: “played with Played with understanding and brilliance” (Andrew McGregor, BBC Radio 3 Record Review); “an essential disc… fascinating music, presented with power, passion and precision” (Colin Clark, BBC Radio 3 Record Review) presented with power, passion and precision” (Colin Clarke, Fanfare); “precise control and brilliance” (Andrew Clements, The Guardian); “thrilling” (Jeremy Nicholas, Gramophone); “a great recording and an excellent performance” (Jack Sullivan, American Record Guide).