Personal disclosure: I very much miss George Winston. His artistry was an important formative influence on mine, and a Christmas card containing a note of encouragement I received from him is one of my prized possessions.
Much of Winston’s music is march-like and bears the direct influence of Ragtime. Covers of pieces by William Bolcom and “Fats” Waller, original pieces like Road and Lullaby, and much of the album Ballads and Blues 1972 are notable examples. Lullaby, from Winston’s 1991 album Summer, is a tranquil pentatonic piece in the lovely key of B major. Sheet music for Lullaby can be found in George Winston: Piano Solos published by Hal Leonard (pictured).
Brandon Byrne is a ragtime composer, performer, and scholar. Max Morath said of Byrne, “Brandon’s unique compositions display unparalleled gifts and hidden virtuosity. His music reflects the past and challenges the future. His playing will touch your soul.” For a full list of his compositions, please visit his website.
