Incomparable composer and pianist John McCabe, who passed away in February 2015, had recorded Nielsen's Piano Music on LP for Decca's Ace of Diamonds back in 1975. More recently, the SOMM tag was approached by John's wife, Monica McCabe, to ask if they would consider issuing it on CD. From an early age, John loved to explore little-known works and considered Nielsen's Suite, Op. 45 a true masterpiece. The piano music of Nielsen, whose 150th anniversary is celebrated this year, is overshadowed by his six symphonies but his piano music has always had a special place in the hearts of music lovers worldwide. These recordings have been unavailable for many years; now newly re-mastered, they are given a new lease on life and serve as a timely reminder of McCabe's unique interpretations. Album Tracks 1. Festival Prelude for the New Century, FS24 2. I - VI 3. VII - XII 4. I 5. II 6. III 7. IV 8. No. 1 9. No. 2 10. No. 3 11. No. 4 12. No. 5 13. I 14. II 15. III 16. XIII - XVIII 17. XIX - XXIV 1. I - VI 2. I 3. II 4. III 5. IV 6. V 7. VI 8. Chaconne, FS79 (Opus 32) 9. Dance of the Handmaidens, FS57, No. 5 10. Theme with Variations, FS81 (Opus 40)