Sonata No. 6 & No. 15
Bridge, 2025
9/10
Listen to Sonata No. 6 & No. 15
We’re treated to another set of William Bland’s piano cycle, and this time Kevin Gorman’s fingers that illuminate the 2 involved and detailed pieces.
The heartfelt and rich progressions of “Piano Sonata No. 6 In C Minor ‘Bestiary- Con Amore’” opens with 5 meticulous chapters that range from calm to firm and often find dreamy places to reside via Gorman’s inimitable playing.
“Piano Sonata No. 15 in E-Flat Minor” occupies the back half, and it leads with density and wonder that builds into an emotive presence, and by the final chapter it’s a booming and nearly thundering display.
Gorman’s skills sure do justice to Bland’s grand vision, where the harmonies, melodies and textures are executed flawlessly.
Travels well with: Paul Lansky- Touch And Go; Patrick Stoyanovich- Rue Paradis