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Nathaniel Dett
 
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George Gershwin
 
 

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Orchestra_of_One_vol.2

Orchestra of One, Vol. 2

Released 2009
The possibilities of the piano are stretched to the limit in this collection of transcriptions encompassing the sublime reverence of J. S. Bach to the opulent sensuality of Ravel. An Orchestra of One Vol. 2 features music for the opera and ballet stage in astonishing versions for piano solo.


 
American_Eclectic

American Eclectic

Released 2005
An exploration of the almost incredible variety of American piano styles from 19th century romanticism to music of the 21st. Music by Amy Cheney-Beach, Charles Griffes, Fats Waller, James Johnson, Aaron Copland, Roy Harris, George Crumb and Daniel Barta.

“Erickson plays with a wonderful sense of style. What a pleasure. The clarity with which he shapes phrases and leads the ear suggests that he thinks and interprets like a composer . . . The effects he achieves are quite stunning.”

American Record Guide

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Mystic_and_the_Muse

The Mystic and the Muse

Released 2004
Clipper Erickson performs and records for the first time the deliciously elegant piano music of the great British song writer Roger Quilter and the selections of the multi-faceted piano music of British composer, writer and philosopher Cyril Scott.

“To describe each piece of music in this CD and its playing would take a few pages, but suffice it to say this is a CD not to be missed, for it is top notch in every respect. Most highly recommended.”

The Delian

“Clipper Erickson plays with heroic intensity; indeed, he brings all this unknown repertory to fresh, vivid life.”

American Record Guide

“Clipper Erickson is an effective exponent of all these works. His tempos are reasonably judged, and he plays with infectious enthusiasm. There are some real tests here of stylistic disparity, as well as technique, and all of them are convincingly met. A couple of rousing cheers for pianist Erickson”

Fanfare

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Passion_in_Black_and_White

Passion in Black and White

Released 2004
Music expressing many passions – passion for spirit, passion for fun, passion for virtuosity, passion for life. The black and white magic of the piano brings this music to life in vibrant sound.

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Woven_Images

Woven Images

Released 2001
Music inspired by the visual arts by Mussorgsky, Allen Krantz, and Harold Triggs. Without Borders by Allen Krantz was commissioned and premiered by Clipper Erickson.

“Precise, clear, rich in dynamics.. calls attention to an accomplished pianist who plays with complete mastery of his instrument.”

American Record Guide

“Erickson gives a boldly colored and neatly nuanced account”

Courier-Post

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American_Journey

American Journey

Released 1998
Piano music evoking American places and experiences by Roy Harris, Rubin Goldmark, Quincy Porter, John Work, Nathaniel Dett and George Gershwin.

“A delightful disc . . . Clipper Erickson’s playing has a winning vitality and exuberance . . . fresh and youthful”

American Record Guide

“Clipper Erickson plays all of this music superbly, calm and caressing when called for, and explosive and brilliantly virtuosic by turn.”

Philadelphia City Paper

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