LORI-ANN SPEED REVEALS ALBUM NEW ALBUM, SOMEWHERE IN TIME
Renowned composer and pianist from Vancouver Lori-Ann Speed unveils her latest opus Somewhere in Time a captivating collection of eleven solo piano pieces. Recorded at the state-of-the-art Creekside Studio with acclaimed engineer and co-producer Chris Potter, the album boasts exceptional audio quality. Potter’s experience with renowned artists such as Brian Adams and Sarah McLachlan has brought to life the nuanced beauty and emotional depth of Speed’s compositions. The album also features three previously released singles including “Soft Summer Nights”, “Power Unleashed”, and the titular track “Somewhere In Time”.
Speed, a prominent figure in the modern neoclassical movement, crafts music that transcends genre and audiences. Her work blends elements of classical and contemporary styles with a free-flowing improvisational spirit. The result is a tapestry of sound that is both accessible and sophisticated, rich in melody and harmony. The compositions range from minimalist to emotionally complex pieces, each one utilizing the piano’s colourful range to convey a spectrum of feelings and narratives.
Speed shares more about the album concept:
“This is a collection of works that relate an inner journey intending to take the listener on a journey from recognizing their own personal struggles to a vision of self-understanding, hope, and empowerment. This collection of pieces speak to the personal adversities we all experience. The works consider our place in the larger universe and address the existential questions of life.”