Iman Album II: James W. Iman Plays Martino, Debussy, Beck James W. Iman

• Claude Debussy (1862 - 1918): Images Book 1:
• 1 Debussy: Images Book 1: I. Reflets dans l'eau 06:14
• 2 Debussy: Images Book 1: II. Hommage à Rameau 08:45
• 3 Debussy: Images Book 1: III. Mouvement 04:36
• 4 Debussy: Images Book 2: I. Cloches à travers les fuilles 05:41
• 5 Debussy: Images Book 2: II. Et la lune descend sur le temple qui fut 06:30
• 6 Debussy: Images Book 2: III. Poissons d'or 04:51
• Jenny Beck: Still Stand Here:
• 7 Beck: Still Stand Here: I 02:42
• 8 Beck: Still Stand Here: II 01:51
• 9 Beck: Still Stand Here: III 02:31
• 10 Beck: Still Stand Here: IV 03:58
• 11 Beck: Still Stand Here: V 01:41
• Donald Martino (1931 - 2005): Fantasies and Impromptus:
• 12 Martino: Fantasies and Impromptus: I. Fantasy - II. Impromptu - III. Impromptu - IV. Impromptu (omaggio) 13:00
• 13 Martino: Fantasies and Impromptus: V. Fantasy 08:21
• 14 Martino: Fantasies and Impromptus: VI. Impromptu - VII. Impromptu (omaggio) - VIII. Impromptu - IX. Fantasy 12:05
• Total Runtime 01:22:46

Info for Iman Album II: James W. Iman Plays Martino, Debussy, Beck

A musical journey, James W. Iman's latest album, IMAN II, is a stunning blend of classical and contemporary piano compositions that will leave you spellbound. Four years in the making, this album is the culmination of Iman's passion for Debussy and Donald Martino, as well as his premiere of work from composer and sound designer, Jenny Beck. Iman's masterful interpretations of Martino's Fantasies and Impromptus are nothing short of awe-inspiring, and his renditions of Debussy's works provide the perfect contrast, bringing together the past and present in a way that is both exciting and unique. But it is Beck's electrifying compositions that truly set this album apart. Iman says, "I have played Stand Still Here more times than any other work in my repertoire. Each of the five pieces that comprise the work are brief–the longest is four minutes–but Jenny Beck achieves a depth of introspection and emotional sweep that is absolutely magnetic.” What makes Beck's work so remarkable is the way she achieves such depth and complexity with seemingly simple motives and harmonies. The pieces on this album hover and linger, creating a hypnotic and immersive listening experience that is nothing short of miraculous. Iman's passion and dedication to this project are evident in every note he plays. He has crafted a captivating album that showcases his skill as a pianist and his ability to bring together the best of the past and present in a way that is fresh, exciting, and deeply moving.

James W. Iman, piano

James W. Iman
is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Music. He holds an MA in Piano Performance and a BA in Music History and Piano Performance from the university. While at IUP he studied piano with Judith Radell and James Staples.

As a pianist he has distinguished himself as a specialist in the music of the 20th and 21st centuries and frequently performs music of the Second Viennese, Darmstadt, and New York schools. His playing of this repertoire has been called “direct,” “incisive,” “thoughtful,” and “compelling.”

Mr. Iman’s advocacy of New Music has given him the opportunity to work directly with composers whose works he has performed and he has given several United States and World Premiers, including the recent United States Premier of Gilbert Amy’s labyrinthine Sonate pour Piano.

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