Alan Matthews Releases Album ‘Imagining’

November 12, 2025

Alan Matthews’ piano has always been about raw human emotion & abstract existential awareness, an inspiration from both heart & mind…his music has ‘gravitas’ as Will Ackerman has commented …now, he’s gone down the rabbit hole of his imagination to come up with a truly inspired, surreal musical journey into the ‘what if’… where the world is seen through child’s eyes… and one can hide in the sun… immersed in divine light… where standing still to dodge the clouds, now becomes forever… a place where wishes might come true… and life is just a dream…

Alan Matthews first three piano albums were produced by Grammy winner & Windham Hill Founder Will Ackerman at Imaginary Road Studios in Vermont. The albums were co-produced and engineered by Grammy nominated musician Tom Eaton. The Ineffable (2017) earned Matthews’ a Best New Artist nomination by ZMR that year. From Denial’s End (2019), ‘A Thought of You’ aired on SiriusXM. All That I Can See (2022) received a Whisperings Album of the Year Honorable Mention. Will Ackerman said, “This record is one of the very best recordings I’ve heard in many years.”

Matthews’ next two albums, Seasons Change (2023) and Anonymous Moods (2024), were co-produced with Michael Silverman at Clayton Studios. Anonymous Moods was nominated for Album of the Year by solopiano.com. Ackerman said, “This is a masterpiece! Beauty, surprise… wonder and awe. What a joy!” Now, Alan Matthews continues his prolific artistic run with Imagining (2025), his fourth release in as many years.

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Jon Dahlander Releases Album ‘Searching For Solace’

November 12, 2025

Jon Dahlander’s fifth solo piano project, Searching for Solace, reflects emotions experienced since his last record, Songs for Smiler McGee. The result is an introspective collection of piano solos expressing love and loss, hope and nostalgia.

Jon Dahlander tries to play every piano he sees. While that love of the piano has caused him to be run out of hotel lobbies and bars throughout his life, it also explains why his compositions have found an audience in more than 100 countries totaling more than 150 million streams.

Dahlander became a Beatles fan before he could talk and started playing piano by ear at 5. He played trombone in elementary school band, eventually earning a music scholarship to Trinity University in San Antonio. While there, he retreated to the piano practice rooms, finding catharsis in creating songs and learning old favorites. He was inspired by Windham Hill artists George Winston, Phillip Aaberg and Allaudin Mathieu, whom he sought out to become his teacher.

The love of the piano led to 3 albums in the late 90’s for Dallas-based indie label Carpe Diem Records. In 2000, his wife gave birth to a son with significant special needs and they were in and out of hospitals often. While Jared never spoke, it was very apparent that he loved music too and his father would play for him for hours. When Jared died of kidney failure in 2014, Dahlander again found solace in the piano, eventually releasing Songs for Smiler McGee in 2017.

Dahlander’s fifth solo piano project, Searching for Solace, picks up where Smiler McGee left off, reflecting emotions experienced since then. The result is an introspective collection of piano solos expressing love and loss, hope and nostalgia.

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Dan Chadburn Releases Album ‘Sacred Balance’

October 15, 2025

Sacred Balance is dedicated to the memory of Mark Alan Smith, an extraordinary artist and cherished friend who faced his battle with cancer with courage and grace. This album is offered in his honor with the hope that its music encourages listeners to pause, breathe, and witness the vibrant beauty that surrounds us, even when the world feels chaotic or turned upside down.

Originally composed as a series of pieces for solo piano, the subsequent addition of cello melodies deepens the expressive connection, evoking the quiet strength and sacred calm residing within each of us, even in the presence of life’s turbulent storms. May the music serve both as a remembrance and a reminder that stillness, beauty, and balance are always within reach…

Dan Chadburn is an award-winning pianist and composer whose music has touched audiences around the world. A native of Oregon, he earned his Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, WA, and later pursued his passion for sound and innovation by completing a Master of Music in ElectroAcoustic Composition at City University in London. This blend of classical training and contemporary exploration informs his unique style, balancing technical mastery with emotional depth.

Dan has released ten albums in the new age and solo piano genres, many of which have appeared in the Top 10 of Zone Music Reporter’s Top 100 Chart. Known for its warmth, depth, and emotional resonance, his music has also been featured on charitable compilations like The Heart Aid Project (benefiting victims of 9/11) and Proud and Peaceful (supporting GALA choruses).

As a performer, Dan has appeared at some of the nation’s most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, Symphony Hall in Boston, and The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

Together with his husband and musical collaborator, Tom Nichols, Dan has performed concerts nationwide to benefit numerous charitable causes. The two are also frequently commissioned to compose choral anthems for GALA choruses, including recent works for the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida and the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC.

Whether on stage or in the studio, Dan’s mission is simple yet profound: to create music that uplifts the spirit, fosters connection, and reminds us of our shared humanity.

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Lynn Tredeau Releases Album ‘Time Dances Past’

September 25, 2025

“Lynn has a velvety, expressive touch on the piano keys that perfectly suits this gentle, dreamy music.” – Kathy Parsons, Mainly Piano

“She has a style that is, both gentle, but artistically clever” – Steve Sheppard from One World Music Radio

“Melodically soul capturing” – Jonathan Widran of The JW Vibe

A message from Lynn about “Time Dances Past”

“Time Dances Past” evokes the reality of an unstoppable passage of time and the silent ballet of moments slipping through our lives. Each step is a memory and each twirl a season gone by. There is a bittersweet beauty of how life leaves behind footprints made of shadows and light. I share my tales of wonder and melancholy to remind us all that while we cannot hold on to time, we can feel its rhythm every day of our lives. I am so very grateful to my family, friends & fans. Your continued support inspires the music, gives meaning to the journey, and keeps me grounded. A special thank you to all the generous members of my musical family for being there to listen and sometimes give a little push.

Described as “both gentle and artistically clever” (Steve Sheppard, One World Music Radio), and lauded with “the art of sharing emotion has to be one of this artist’s greatest talents,” (Dana Wright, New Age Music Reviews), pianist and composer Lynn Tredeau is an artist heralded for her depth of emotional storytelling. A master of solo piano, Tredeau has won multiple accolades testifying to both her prowess and ability to connect to an audience, including Enlightened Piano’s Best Holiday Album (2016), Zone Music Reporter’s Best Solo Piano Album (2018) & (2019), and holding long standing top 10 positions in the charts across a plethora of radio stations.

Equipped with her technical proficiency and inspired by experiences with a variety of places, people, and events, Tredeau crafted statements of sonic expression rich with emotional integrity. This compositional process culminated in the release of her debut solo album, Echoes of Life (2015). Energized by its success, Tredeau proceeded to release nine albums in the course of the next eight years, charting #1 on One World Music Radio (2015), holding a top 10 position at OWMR for eight consecutive months (2016), and reaching #7 worldwide with her fifth album, Fellowship of Solitude (2018). Both Fellowship of Solitude and its successor, All the Pieces (2019) earned Zone Music Reporter’s Best Solo Piano Album award. Other notable solo piano releases include Many Branches awarded Best Solo Piano Album (2023), and multiple nominations received by A Quiet Path (2021) and Reflection (2022) for Solo Piano Album of the Year – a testament to the consistency of Tredeau’s brilliance.

Tredeau’s compositional ability continues to be showcased with her 11th album, Time Dances Past. Her talents are also being featured in several other collaborative projects coming later in 2025. Each of these musical endeavours celebrate her creative vision and desire of sharing the music yet to be.

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Peter Kater Releases Album ‘Untethered Heart’

August 28, 2025

Multi-Grammy winning Peter Kater weaves together passionate piano and lush orchestral strings, capturing the raw beauty of emotional release and personal transformation. It marks both a culmination and a threshold—a powerful farewell to what was and an open-armed curiosity of what’s to come. With every note, it reflects the liberation found in letting go and the strength discovered in surrender to an Untethered Heart.

2 x Grammy Winning/Multi-Platinum selling Pianist/Composer Peter Kater has been a leading innovator of contemporary instrumental music for 4 decades. He’s received many awards and accolades for his rich and diverse music including 14 Grammy Award nominations and two Grammy wins. He’s released over 70 critically acclaimed recordings and has scored the music for over 100 television and film productions including 11 On & Off-Broadway dramatic plays. From solo piano and contemporary jazz ensembles to full orchestral works his cross-genre music is heard all over the world from the Olympics to Carnegie Hall. And as an avid environmentalist and humanitarian Peter is a proud recipient of the Environment Leadership Award from the United Nations.

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Fiona Joy Hawkins Releases Album ‘When Shadows Talk’

August 24, 2025

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‘When Shadows Talk’ offers musical storytelling that explores inward and outward reflection. “Many of the pieces are about my creative process as an artist and bring to life behind-the-scenes workings of what it takes to dig deep enough to find valuable conversations.” – FJH

I went into a self-imposed lockdown for much of the writing to find my creative centre. This exile allowed me to explore what lies deep beneath the surface and is often passed over or suppressed, both personally and in the context of broader community discussion.

The project threw up many obstacles, starting with the need to find another piano on the first day of recording. My plans were plagued with multiple instrument and venue issues, but fortunately, those involved were committed to helping me bring the project to life. My thanks go to Peter Stevenson (Producer), Michael Luchich (Engineer), Wayne Stuart (Piano Maker) and Tony Prince (Piano Tuner).

As I look back, I can laugh at the comedy in all that went wrong: Three broken strings, a “buzz” in A above middle C (A4) caused by a screwdriver left inside the piano, wood-chopping, lawn-mowing, dog barking, council truck (road works), rain (tin roof), building frame expansion/contraction, power outage (for 2 hours), mic connection issues… and that didn’t include the piano player/composer hitting the wall from exhaustion and frustration!

Despite extensive hold-ups, we did it, and I hope you, as the listener, find a work of beauty that holds something of value.

ARIA nominated Australian classically trained Pianist, Composer and Singer, crossing genres from Neoclassical to New Age, Celtic and Jazz.

‘My greatest hope is that my music makes a difference.’ Fiona Joy Hawkins produces original ethereal music to soothe the soul. It is also a passion to make music videos to tell the stories of our lives and the natural world around us.

Living in rural Australia, Fiona has played at New York’s Carnegie Hall, the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Sydney Opera House, Echoes/NPR Radio, Grammy Museum & concert halls of China. Inspired by Chopin & Mendelssohn. Winner of International awards, including: ‘Grace’ on Grammy-winning album, and ARIA Finalist, IMA Winner.

“Anyone who can write music that transcends genre and moves into the realm of self-examination is a person to follow and enjoy. Wonderful!”  - John M. Crossett, Aural Musings

“For me, she is a modern female Beethoven. I know that is very high praise, but I think many folks will be looking back many years from now, and she will still be current. That is what makes her music stand the test of time. Her albums play smooth, like a good book you just can’t put down, and yet before you know it is over.”  - Dave Wilson AudioAficionado.org.

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David M. Edwards Releases Album ‘Memories of You’

July 1, 2025

“Memories of You” is the fourth album released by David M. Edwards. It includes 15 original piano pieces that take the listener on a journey featuring a wide range of emotions. From the joyous “Swallows in Flight” through the stormy “Tempest,” we travel through a landscape featuring elements of the natural world. Ultimately the journey comes to rest with a nice “Walk in the Park,” and a magical transport to the peaceful scene of “Dolphins Swimming Underwater.” It’s a journey you’ll want to take again and again.

“David M. Edwards is a pianist of great style and fluency… a manifestation of a timeless collection of beautiful solo piano compositions, ones that will linger for a long while within the musical memory… an album of the heart, performed by a musician who is clearly playing from it. … it is eternal and played with the honesty and sublime brilliance you would imagine from a seasoned master.”

– Steve Shepherd, One World Music Radio

David M. Edwards played many different styles of music in his career, including classical, jazz, rock and country (one of his bands was signed to Capitol Records) before finding his own style in New Age piano. His first two albums (released as Dave Edwards) were an eclectic mix of styles drawn from his years as a performer. Following the release of those albums, he felt solo piano was the most natural for him. This led to the release of his third album, “Still the River Flows” in 2019.

After that album was released, he developed a series of serious health issues, including osteoarthritis in his hands, which affected his ability to play the piano or read music. He was unable to play the piano for almost three years. After multiple surgeries and physical therapy, he gradually was able to play and compose music again.

His fourth album, “Memories of You,” is the culmination of his struggle to get back to creating music. While he is still somewhat limited in the amount of time he can spend playing, he plays and records new music as much as possible, and hopes to release several more albums in the coming years.

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Rada Neal Releases Solo Piano Album ’13th Threads’

May 16, 2025

Immerse yourself in the heartfelt world of 13th Threads, a collection of original solo piano pieces composed and performed by Rada Neal. This deeply expressive album offers a journey through the emotional landscapes of memory, love, and serenity—each note a gentle companion for quiet moments of reflection.

Through the universal language of instrumental music, Rada captures the highs and lows of the human experience, allowing listeners from all walks of life to connect with the soul of each melody.

The album concludes with a unique and meditative experience: A series of short musical themes, presented in six sets of six, each offering a few minutes of contemplative calm. These unnamed pieces are designed to center the mind and soothe the spirit, perfect for moments of introspection or mindfulness.

13th Threads is more than an album—it’s a sanctuary of sound, an emotional landscape painted in piano, and an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with what matters most.

Rada Neal began her life in a refugee camp in Germany, the daughter of two Yugoslavian refugees. Her family survived and her parents realized their dream of moving their family to a safe and prosperous environment, moving to Indiana soon after World War II. Rada’s first piano was given to her family by their neighbors, who were moving and didn’t wish to take their heavy piano with them. Eight men were seen lowering the piano down the stairs into Rada’s family’s basement. Rada was curious about the instrument, and as soon as her mother noticed her interest, piano lessons began.

Fast forward and Rada has graduated from The School of Music @ Indiana University and performed in a concert @ Carnegie Hall, The Grand Ole Opry and the 1987 Super Bowl halftime show. Composing music came later in life. Rada has 13 cds of original compositions and 1 cd of her personal Christmas arrangements. She continues to write, practice and perform for private events. Her music can be heard on all the major streaming platforms.

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Stephen Wallack Releases Album ‘Open’

March 27, 2025

The last couple of years have been an intense period of reflection and gratitude. Reflecting on the chaotic world that we live in, it can be difficult to find the beauty in the lives we each live. My personal journey has been trying to “open” myself up to new ideas, new people, and challenging myself to see life through multiple lenses. We all have gifts to share with the world that make it a better place, but finding that confidence, patience and grace can be easier said than done.

OPEN is my journey to connect with a deeper self-awareness and a greater hope that we can all find that inner peace we so desperately need.

“When I write,” Wallack says, “I picture the music moving to film.”

At age fourteen, Wallack took a leap of faith: he stopped playing the music he was hearing and started playing the music he was imagining. Overflowing with ideas, emotions, and concepts, music became the natural manner Wallack expressed himself. Inspired by the grandiose feelings of George Winston’s music and the rich imagery within film scores, Wallack set out on his path as a writer – a path whose direction became clearer through the help of a friend named Mike McCready.

Mike McCready, better known as the guitarist for iconic ‘90s rock band Pearl Jam, became Wallack’s first guitar teacher, and gave him his first guitar. McCready’s influence led Wallack to expand his musical tastes, and as his sonic preferences widened to include artists like Soundgarden, Tom Petty, and Neil Young, his focus on his craftsmanship became more acute.

“I’m beyond fortunate to have the friendship with [Mike] that I have,” Wallack says. “He really has inspired me to continue pursuing my passion for music.”

During the past five years, Wallack released five full-length albums: “Chapters”, “Stories”, “Reflections”, “Colors”, and “Wondering”. All albums which capture and bring to life moments and memories that have defined and inspired Stephen.

“OPEN” is his sixth solo piano release.

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Bob Yonker Releases Album ‘Reminiscence’

March 20, 2025

The songs on this album were entirely composed in the moment during the recording session. It is always my intent to just allow the musical tones and energy of the Universe to flow through to create an album that will “speak” to the listeners in whatever way is needed.

Bob Yonker creates solo piano music with the intent of calming the mind, soothing the soul, and healing the planet one note at a time.

At the age of 4, Yonker began piano lessons, but after a year, his teacher realized that Bob was playing by ear and not reading the notes. Bob had had his sister play the song for him and Bob would then learn it by listening, and was “found out” after playing his piece for a recital in the wrong key. He later did learn how to read, but has always been more comfortable playing his own style and his own compositions best.

Being told by colleges that his style of music was not what they were looking for without classical training, Bob decided to change career paths and received a degree in agricultural science from Penn state, and worked many years helping the environment, while working second jobs in group homes for the mentally challenged, which he enjoyed immensely, as well as being the organist for his hometown church.

In the 90’s, while still working full-time, Bob went back to school and received a triple degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, and Early Childhood Education, which allowed him to switch career paths once again to become a special needs teacher.

Now “re-passioned” from his teaching career, Bob has returned to his first love – music – and has composed 8 albums of contemplative, contemporary, and meditative solo piano music as well as one Christmas album. His 9th, and latest, album, Reminiscence, is an improvisational album completed on the spot at the recording studio. As with all of Bob’s music, it is played with the intent to bring calm, joy and maybe even emotional healing to the listener. Bob has performed for local fans in the town where he lives and has started collaborating with other musicians to perform at local care centers.

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Alan Matthews Releases Album ‘Imagining’

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Jon Dahlander Releases Album ‘Searching For Solace’

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Dan Chadburn Releases Album ‘Sacred Balance’

Lynn Tredeau Releases Album ‘Time Dances Past’

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Peter Kater Releases Album ‘Untethered Heart’

Fiona Joy Hawkins Releases Album ‘When Shadows Talk’

David M. Edwards Releases Album ‘Memories of You’

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Rada Neal Releases Solo Piano Album ’13th Threads’

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Bob Yonker Releases Album ‘Reminiscence’

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