Acclaimed pianist and composer Neil Patton returns with his latest solo piano album, The Small Hours, set to release on October 18, 2024. This captivating collection features 15 tracks, each serving as a musical narrative inspired by the quiet and contemplative nature of nighttime across the globe. Composed during the challenging months of pandemic lockdowns, Patton’s work offers a sense of solace and peace, intentionally crafted in a more introspective style.
Tracks like Day’s End, A Room with a View, and The Moon and Sun Dance bring to life the emotional landscapes of the night, while Nightwalk incorporates the ancient hymn Be Thou My Vision, adding a timeless spiritual layer to the album. Recorded at Deep Heaven Music in Eugene, Oregon, The Small Hours reflects Patton’s mastery of blending Classical, Folk, and Rock influences into a seamless solo piano experience.
Renowned for his meticulous composition and emotive performances, Patton’s music has consistently touched listeners worldwide. His past albums have garnered critical acclaim, including Between Shadow and Light and Holy Ground, both of which earned prestigious awards. The Small Hours continues in this tradition, inviting listeners to explore the tranquility of the night through the lens of Patton’s evocative piano pieces. Available for purchase at neilpatton.net.
One night, many stories. These are musical narratives of the nighttime hours as they are experienced the world over. Spawned largely during the stressful months of pandemic shutdowns and social turmoil, these pieces were a source of solace and peace as Neil intentionally composed in a quieter vein.
Track Listing
Day’s End [4:55]
We Will Tell the Stories [3:46]
Goodnight Daddy [3:10]
Good to See You Again [5:09]
Above the Treetops [3:54]
A Room with a View [5:20]
Falling Up [4:53]
The Moon and Sun Dance [3:27]
A Prayer in the Darkness [4:05]
The Small Hours [3:40]
Trust [5:34]
Shame and Grace [4:23]
This Grief Lies Down Beside Me [4:36]
Nightwalk – Be Thou My Vision [5:28]
Daybreak [7:13]
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