Bittersweet Solo Piano Music

From the recording, "Bittersweet" by Bradley Sowash. Sheet music and CDs are available at www.BradleySowash.com Reviews: CDBaby "A beautiful and mesmerizing mix of New Age, Classical and Jazz styles, wrapped up in the delicate but earthy sounds of the piano, delivered with the sweetness of George Winston and the sophistication of Keith Jarrett." New Age Voice "These lyrical piano inventions by Bradley Sowash are , indeed, bittersweet. The melodies seem familiar enough to make you lean back trustingly--but just as you do, Sowash pull out some brilliant touch that pulls you to the edge of your seat. -- Carol Wright New Age Retailer A terrifically talented composer and piano player, Sowash has eschewed the ensemble setting of Out West to gift us with a superb solo effort. The 14 tracks on Bittersweet comprise over an hour of music, giving us ample opportunity to sit back and enjoy this gifted artist. For lovers of contemporary solo piano, Bittersweet is sure to become a favorite. -- Steve Ryals Aquarius (Georgia) Bradley Sowash's solo piano style on Bittersweet is influenced by Oscar Peterson, Lyle Mays and Keith Jarrett, among others, resulting in a strong jazz presence in his improvisations on themes of maturing into adulthood. -- Dan Liss Omega New Age Directory "14 original piano compositions that tug the heartstrings with fond remembrances of home and hearth are offered in this solo piano release from Bradley Sowash. Whether displaying the intricate fingering of George Winston or chording reminiscent of John Boswell, Bradley presents each composition with a great depth of emotion and technical mastery, creating sentimental soundscapes of warmth and beauty that are highly recommended to all lovers of solo piano music." spirit of change magazine An artist's voice in the context of solo instrumental performance can be unique as that of any singer. So it is with Bittersweet, where pianist Bradley Sowash performs 14 songs in the 3 -- 5 minute range that deserve to be called "songs" as opposed to mere musical tracks. Each has a distincitive melody and lyrical spirit capable of accompaniment by any singer. Sowash's playing is sweet and lightly sentimental, with some jazz swing poking through from time to time. Overall a very warm and agreeable presentation. -- John Collinge Awareness Magazine (San Diego) "Sowash has magic fingers that roam freely on the keys, a freedom that is a genuine conveyance of love. It is this love that makes "Bittersweet"endearing and true to its intention, very impressive indeed." -- Chuck Diliberto The Monthly Aspectarian (Chicago) "With its invitingly homey cover art and contemplative mood, this solo piano album makes excellent seasonal listening. Similar to George Winston's style, Sowash's unaccompanied performances enable him to spontaneously incorporate a wide variety of timely influences; the result is sweetly conversational, like the shared memories of a dear friend over a piping hot cup of tea. Enjoy this private concert whenever you want to cherish memories of home." -- PJ Birosik