Justin James is a classical and contemporary pianist with a deep affinity for the music of the 19th and 20th century periods, especially that of Chopin, Debussy, Scriabin and Rachmaninoff. Aged four, Justin began playing his first notes and has never lost touch with the instrument. A former student of Perth Modern School as part of the music scholarship program, he also trained in classical piano at the WA Academy of Performing Arts.
Introducing Justin James - Piano V.1
The album begins with the expressive and ornamental Nocturne of Chopin as we are taken on a poetic musical journey featuring the delicate Minute Waltz and two Preludes which include the elegant Raindrop, culminating in two of Chopin's most cherished and technically difficult Etudes. From there, we melt into the sonorous tranquillity of Debussy's first Arabesque and second Image from Book Two, showcasing the natural acoustics of both instrument and venue. Two "Chopinesque" Etudes from the lyrical Scriabin transport us to a climactic finale with several scintillating Preludes and the fourth Moment Musical of Rachmaninoff, highlighting the incredible depth and power of the grand piano.
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"On this his first CD, Justin James reveals himself to be an artist of considerable depth. One is left with the strong impression that technique is always at the service of the music. The moments of high drama are always crafted within a convincing overall understanding of structure and there is never a sense of "selling out" to bravura for bravura's sake. Conversely, Justin James seems at pains to explore the intimate nature of the works and he does so with great sincerity and feeling.
His voicing in the left hand is often extremely delicate, almost to a fault at times. My overall impression of this CD is one of admiration. Justin James is a serious artist and is deserving of recognition and wide exposure."
Paul Wright - University Of Western Australia
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The album 'Piano V.1' is now available for purchase.
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