Astra, by John Willis

Astra

by John Willis

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Taylor Walker The momentum within this album really unlocks deep down emotions. Truly something to behold. Grateful for the experience! Favorite track: Alma Hadi.

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1.	Prelude 05:10	buy track
2.	Hortus Aer 04:00	buy track
3.	Spirit 04:44	buy track
4.	'Ajuaf 03:54	buy track
5.	Alma Hadi 02:33	buy track
6.	Astra Focis 04:23	buy track

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Astra is the debut improvisational piano album by John Willis, recorded in Bountiful, UT on a Steinway B late one Friday night.

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released February 2, 2022

Recorded by Parker Abegg
Mixed & Mastered by John Willis
Artwork by Scott Krammer

Octave Records [2022]

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John Willis Salt Lake City, Utah

Salt Lake City piano player, John Willis, uses techniques of classical, jazz, and electronic music to compose improvisational pieces.

Positioned in a piano warehouse during the pandemic, he's spent his years as a technician, with many to explore with.

Astra is the debut of John Willis's solo acoustic persona. For more synths involved, check out his electronic project Octave Willis. ... more

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