Ola Gjeilo- Piano Improvisations (180g LP)

A selection of lyrical, reflective tracks from Ola Gjeilo’s piano albums on the 2L label – Stone Rose and Piano Improvisations.

Featuring music created in the spur of the moment, straight from the heart, as well as pieces inspired by a deep connection to New York life and scenery-this collection contains some of Gjeilo’s most soulful and passionate music. Ranging from the introspective wistfulness of Dark Blue to the serene joyfulness of Snow in New York, and to fantasies around his own choral works (Ubi Caritas, Tota Pulchra Es); common for all tracks are a heartfelt lyricism grounded in Ola’s love for the piano.

Composer Ola Gjeilo draws on influences from his Nordic background to conjure modern choral music of exceptional beauty.
Ola Gjeilo (pronounced Yay-lo) was born in Norway in 1978 and moved to America in 2001 to begin his composition studies at the Juilliard School in New York City. Today his published concert works are performed all over the world. Ola’s interest in film has influenced his music as he draws a lot of inspiration from movies and cinematic music.