Valentine Court

Valentine Court is the debut album from Rich Batsford – a “contemporary pianist virtuoso” Line of Best Fit

“a perfect accompaniment for candelit relaxation … combining unobtrusive, soothing textures and hypnotic, complex rhythms” Brumnotes

About Rich

Since 2006 Rich has “quietly built a following for his melodic and magical compositions” Birmingham Post and also performs his own reflective songs alongside occasional covers from his two main songwriting influences – Brian Wilson and Paul Simon.

He is currently on tour in and around the Midlands and recently made his major fetival debut at this year’s Big Chill Festival alongside appearances at self organised concerts such as the popular “Music by Candlelight” series in the Moseley Festival and with creative collective “Project X Presents”.

New Review from The Music Quarter

Valentine Court has received a charming review from the new, Biirmingham based music website, The Music Quarter:

This debut album from contemporary pianist Rich Batsford is the ultimate aid for subliminal relaxation.

Tracks such as ‘Lyndall,’ a short, sentimental piece with a…

Happy Xmas – Free MP3 Gift For You!

Hello Everyone and Happy Xmas!

In the spirit of Xmas cheer and sharing the love, please accept this gift from me – a special Xmas edit of one of my most uplifting tunes – Gudonya.

Just click on the link below…

Piano, Violin, Guitar

I’m really looking forward to taking part in this concert on Friday 13th alongside two very talented artists – Olivia Moore (violin) and classical guitarist Dharmapani.

Olivia will be accompanied by Indian Bansuri player Lisa Mallett and tabla player Mohinder Singh and…

Retreat

I went on another hugely enjoyable retreat last weekend my fifth or sixth overall and my third visit Padmaloka – a mens retreat centre in Norfolk.

The retreats are run under the auspices of the the Triratna Buddhist Order (until recently it…

Bohemian Jukebox RIP

Easily the best singer songwriter night in Birmingham – Bohemian Jukebox – is no more after tonight, at least for the time being.

Booker and promoter Ben Calvert is taking time out to concentrate on his own musical efforts and also to…

Free Solo Piano

Free Solo Piano is a site well worth checking out for all piano music fans.

Webmaster Chuck Brown defines the style of piano it represents as containing “elements of pop, jazz and classical music to form a style also been termed…