The many recordings of keyboardist/composer Danny Wright are difficult to classify. He specializes in three distinct music styles: adult contemporary compositions, Broadway show tunes and movie themes, and classical music. His original compositions tend to be in the adult contemporary mode and are frequently inspired by classical composers such as Beethoven, Pachelbel and Debussy as well as by such Broadway greats as Gershwin, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jerome Kern and Stephen Sondheim.
Wright was born and raised in Fort Worth, TX. He began playing piano at age four. He then studied classical piano under Dr. Harris Cavender for ten years. While studying, Wright demonstrated a gift for improvising in the exact style he was playing and he has used this talent for making each piece uniquely his. Later he won a full scholarship to Christian University where he studied music education. He dropped out of school at age 22 to begin his professional career. Wright began composing his own music in 1985. With Dori and Bob Nichols, he founded the label Nichols-Wright Records (later Moulin D'Or Recordings) to release his own albums.
He made his recording debut with Black and White, (1986) which was first marketed to a select group of friends, relatives, and restaurant patrons. It took two years, but eventually the Nichols' got local Dallas/Fort Worth radio stations to play Wright's songs. His second album, Time Windows (1987) was a showcase of Wright's compositions. This and the first were sold via mail order. By 1987, his albums were being distributed throughout North America. His third album Phantasys (1988) became one of his most popular and also features Wright's own compositions. His 1992 album Autumn Dreams made it to the Top Ten on Billboard's Top Adult Alternative sales chart and stayed there for over six months, becoming on of the top new age albums of the year. As of the mid-'90s, Wright plays concerts all over the U.S. including benefits for such charitable organizations as the Children's Foundation, and the Humane Society. He continued recording albums for Nichols-Wright on an annual basis before moving to Real Music in 2001, where he continued to record albums annually, including the two CD set he released in 2003 entitled Danny Wright Healer of Hearts.
DO YOU LIVE, DO YOU LOVE
In the pantheon of new age pianists, Danny Wright, with his versatility and gentle playing style, is one of the more accomplished performers to tickle the ivories. His latest release, DO YOU LIVE, DO YOU LOVE, features tunes that cling to the romantic, sentimental side of the songwriting spectrum. The album features two covers - a twinkly tune from the movie "Beaches" and an upbeat rendition of the "Largo" from Dvorak's "New World Symphony." The rest is pure Wright, his sunshine on a rainy day melodies intact on each of the remaining pieces, including the lilting "New Hope for Peace" and the "Love Story"-esque "In Time We Met." In addition to solo piano, the album also features light accompaniment on violin and orchestra.
1. Do You Live Do You Love 3:49
2. Heaven's Love 4:12
3. At the River's Edge 4:27
4. Hayden's Spirit 4:13
5. Forever 3:53
6. Largo from Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 5:14
7. When You Hold My Hand 4:18
8. A Time To Hold 3:49
9. New Hope for Peace 4:57
10. In Time We Met 3:43
11. The Friendship Theme from "Beaches" 2:23
For over 15 years, pianist Danny Wright has been touching people's hearts with his evocative piano compositions. His music reflects an idealized life, where the sun always shines, hope springs eternal and love conquers all. HEALER OF HEARTS is a two disc retrospective that captures some of the most memorable moments of Wright's career. The first disc delves into the cream of his "Black & White" series of romantic classics, including themes from "Forrest Gump," "Terms of Endearment" and "The Way We Were," as well as Pachelbel's "Canon in D" and "Memory." Disc two shows Wright's creative side with thirteen of his original compositions, including "Autumn" and "Daydreams."
Disc 1 - Best of the Black and White Series
1. Forrest Gump Suite 2:41
2. Brian's Song 3:47
3. Pachebel's Canon in D 3:35
4. Don't Cry for Me Argentina 4:54
5. Out of Africa 3:03
6. Terms of Endearment 3:51
7. Over the Rainbow 3:30
8. The Way We Were 4:58
9. Softly as I Leave You 3:44
10. Memory 3:59
11. Send in the Clowns 3:37
12. Missing 4:01
Disc 2 - Best of Original Compositions
1. October 3:51
2. New Beginnings 3:15
3. Samantha's Theme 2:43
4. Wings of Hope 2:58
5. Daydreams 3:21
6. Awakening 3:13
7. Guardian Angel 3:36
8. Julie's Day 2:22
9. Interlude 4:03
10. Phantasy 3:58
11. Song for Lea 2:42
12. A Day in the Life 3:34
13. Time Windows 3:22
Sensitivity and warmth are two key elements in the piano playing style of Danny Wright. With his light, gentle touch, he transforms holiday standards into lilting lullabies for the spirit on AN INTIMATE CHRISTMAS. The album features Wright's solo piano renditions of holiday favorites like "The First Noel," "O Come O Come Emmanuel," "Silent Night," "Carol of the Bells" and many others. With most of the songs, the pianist chooses to add his own improvisations to the melodies rather than strictly adhere to the core song. This gives the music a sense of elegance and freshness. In addition to the standards are several original compositions, including "Peace Within" and "My Son's Lullaby."
1. The First Noel 3:42
2. Holly & The Ivy 4:01
3. My Son's Lullaby 3:30
4. Silent Night 5:20
5. O Come Emanuel 4:37
6. Peace Within 5:01
7. Joy to the World 3:57
8. White Christmas 3:46
9. So Still 4:00
10. What Child Is This? 4:12
11. Gloria's Prayer 3:48
12. Carol of the Bells 4:00
A highly skilled pianist, Danny Wright conveys a great deal of sensitivity and nuance in his piano arrangements. He has a flair for using cascading flourishes and arpeggios to create a sense of grandeur and elegance, yet manages to utilize his sonic adornments with enough restraint that they always feel like welcome additions. THE ARRANGEMENTS ONE is a fourteen song collection of romantic favorites performed with the artist's signature touch. Included here are renditions of "Endless Love," "Nights in White Satin," "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," "Memory" and others, making this a solid hour of misty-eyed magnificence.
1. Always 2:41
2. Memory 4:03
3. Don't Cry For Me Argentina 5:15
4. Send in the Clowns 3:27
5. Endless Love 4:32
6. It Might Be You 3:14
7. Summertime 3:34
8. Somewhere Over the Rainbow 3:41
9. Killing Me Softly With His Song 3:22
10. Michelle 3:50
11. Nights in White Satin 3:45
12. Shenandoah 3:45
13. The Key of E 4:14
14. You Raise Me Up 4:03
The second part of Danny Wright's "The Arrangements" series features a block of fifteen exquisitely performed piano numbers that will fill your heart with romantic bliss. Wright is always the consummate pianist and the album once again shows why - each of these pieces flows with elegance and grace, as the pianist glides over the keys with his trademark flourish. Listen to his tender rendition of "The Way We Were" and you can see the signs of a pianist who knows how to use his skill on the keys to bring out the feeling in each note. Other highlights on this collection are "As Time Goes By," a rich, slower-paced cover of PAchelbel's "Canon in D," "Brian's Song" and more.
1. Canon in D 3:42
2. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face 4:13
3. Looking Through the Eyes of Love 3:50
4. Long and Winding Road 3:11
5. The Nearness of You 3:54
6. Brian's Song 3:06
7. Wind Beneath My Wings 4:06
8. The Homecoming Theme 2:31
9. Unchained Melody 4:11
10. As Time Goes By 3:14
11. What Are Doing The Rest Of Your Life 3:25
12. The Way We Were 3:28
13. Somewhere My Love 2:51
14. An Affair to Remember 3:43
15. In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning 2:57
In the pantheon of new age pianists, Danny Wright, with his versatility and gentle playing style, is one of the more accomplished performers to tickle the ivories. His latest release, DO YOU LIVE, DO YOU LOVE, features tunes that cling to the romantic, sentimental side of the songwriting spectrum. The album features two covers - a twinkly tune from the movie "Beaches" and an upbeat rendition of the "Largo" from Dvorak's "New World Symphony." The rest is pure Wright, his sunshine on a rainy day melodies intact on each of the remaining pieces, including the lilting "New Hope for Peace" and the "Love Story"-esque "In Time We Met." In addition to solo piano, the album also features light accompaniment on violin and orchestra.
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For over 15 years, pianist Danny Wright has been touching people's hearts with his evocative piano compositions. His music reflects an idealized life, where the sun always shines, hope springs eternal and love conquers all. HEALER OF HEARTS is a two disc retrospective that captures some of the most memorable moments of Wright's career. The first disc delves into the cream of his "Black & White" series of romantic classics, including themes from "Forrest Gump," "Terms of Endearment" and "The Way We Were," as well as Pachelbel's "Canon in D" and "Memory." Disc two shows Wright's creative side with thirteen of his original compositions, including "Autumn" and "Daydreams."
Sensitivity and warmth are two key elements in the piano playing style of Danny Wright. With his light, gentle touch, he transforms holiday standards into lilting lullabies for the spirit on AN INTIMATE CHRISTMAS. The album features Wright's solo piano renditions of holiday favorites like "The First Noel," "O Come O Come Emmanuel," "Silent Night," "Carol of the Bells" and many others. With most of the songs, the pianist chooses to add his own improvisations to the melodies rather than strictly adhere to the core song. This gives the music a sense of elegance and freshness. In addition to the standards are several original compositions, including "Peace Within" and "My Son's Lullaby."
A highly skilled pianist, Danny Wright conveys a great deal of sensitivity and nuance in his piano arrangements. He has a flair for using cascading flourishes and arpeggios to create a sense of grandeur and elegance, yet manages to utilize his sonic adornments with enough restraint that they always feel like welcome additions. THE ARRANGEMENTS ONE is a fourteen song collection of romantic favorites performed with the artist's signature touch. Included here are renditions of "Endless Love," "Nights in White Satin," "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," "Memory" and others, making this a solid hour of misty-eyed magnificence.
The second part of Danny Wright's "The Arrangements" series features a block of fifteen exquisitely performed piano numbers that will fill your heart with romantic bliss. Wright is always the consummate pianist and the album once again shows why - each of these pieces flows with elegance and grace, as the pianist glides over the keys with his trademark flourish. Listen to his tender rendition of "The Way We Were" and you can see the signs of a pianist who knows how to use his skill on the keys to bring out the feeling in each note. Other highlights on this collection are "As Time Goes By," a rich, slower-paced cover of PAchelbel's "Canon in D," "Brian's Song" and more.
