(Extreme) HANNAFORD’S solo album is a challenge and a celebration of piano at its provocative best. Freed from conventional harmonies and melodies, and what he calls “large, romantic-piano gestures”, Hannaford opens a door to new, exciting possibilities. By prising ourselves from easy dependency on catchy tunes and rhythms, we can appreciate the pure sounds of the piano’s full range and clarity. It may take effort … Continue reading Polar — Marc Hannaford