Pastel Moods

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Temporarily dialing back his notoriously blinding, rapid-fire technical bravado, the virtuosic Canadian pianist delivers a deeply relaxed, highly romantic set of jazz ballads. The intimate trio arrangements prioritize profound lyrical beauty and elegant, unhurried harmonic substitutions, allowing the gorgeous melodies to fully breathe. The remarkably tender, perfectly paced album highlights his immense emotional intelligence and flawless dynamic control.