Keepsakes in the Attic – Original Emotive Solo Piano Music Inspired by Yesteryear for Peaceful Reminiscing and Quiet Relaxation

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After arranging classic hymns and Christmas carols for his past two CDs, Jeff Bjorck has returned to his own original compositions—all deeply steeped in nostalgia and his love of yesteryear. Regarding the CD title, Bjorck notes, “Imagine spending an afternoon in a cluttered old attic, rummaging through various keepsakes belonging to you or your loved ones. As you lift each one from its fragile wrappings, a flood of emotions fills the room with vibrant memories, drawing you back to those earlier times and places.” Twelve selections poignantly suggest encounters with beloved family heirlooms. Bjorck also presents his arrangement of an old Swedish hymn/lullaby that likewise reminds him of days gone by. For every selection on Keepsakes in the Attic, Bjorck taps into his love for iconic, turn-of-the-20th-century melodic structures, providing evocative, ardent strains that range from joyful to bittersweet. Jeff comments, “I truly hope this CD will create a heartfelt, musical space for my listeners, where they can reminisce about their own special memories.” REVIEWS Kathy Parsons of Mainly Piano: “Bjorck’s concept for the album is…the perfect framework for [his]…melodic structures and the range of emotions they express….This is his best and most personal album yet. Very highly recommended!” Steve Sheppard of One World Music Radio: “Here dear seekers of musical magnificence, is an album that will leave you feeling good at every corner.” R.J. Lannan of Zone Music Reporter: “His music makes…memories come vividly alive for the listener with heartfelt compositions that are as warm as they are nostalgic. There is a gentle sensitivity to the music.” Janet Mawdesley of Blue Wolf Reviews: “Dainty and beautiful, the rich, slightly ‘olde worlde’ melodic structures touch the heart…this is a very special selection of music which…brings a gentle peace, a touch of joy and a haunting whiff of memories, as each of the notes is played with immense skill and love… Beautiful.”