Pacific Triptych for piano was completed in August of 2019. It is based on an earlier unperformed version for full orchestra completed in 2006. So, the piano version recorded here acts as a premiere. As implied by the title, it’s a three-movement score based on contrasting sections that reflect the majesty of the Pacific Coast, especially the drama of the ocean and the endless sky above.

Seven Nuggets was completed on April 25, 2023. It was inspired by a group of uncut, yet brilliant gemstones. Each “nugget” or movement ends with a low bass note. Those same notes are then played in sequence - at mid-range - at the end of the seventh nugget before being resolved into a sixth chord in the final nine bars.

An American Travelogue (Book 1) was completed on May 3, 2023. This four-movement piano suite was inspired by various American locations in the western, southwestern, and Gulf Coast of the United States. (Book 2 continues this exploration in locations in the rest of the country.) - P S L

1-3. Pacific Triptych (21:25)
1. Following the Sunrise 8:16
2. Travelling Music 6:17
3. Toccata 6:52

4-10. Seven Nuggets (20:53)
1. Fire Opal 2:49
2. Carved Jade 2:28
3. Gleaming Chrysocolla 2:41
4. Rough Diamond 3:05
5. Raw Sapphire 3:16
6. Emerald, Uncut 2:58
7. Lapis, with Gold Crystals 3:36

11-14. An American Travelogue, Book 1 (14:00)
1. Chief Seattle Walks the Pike Place Market 6:14
2. Dancing in New Orleans 2:11
3. Austin Sun 2:44
4. Beyond the Golden Gate 2:51

Total Time:     56:21

Release date: July 11th, 2025
UPC: 053479704009

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Quotes & Reviews

“Pianist Blair McMillen has championed Lewis' music in the past, and his readings of the music, with fine sound from Oktaven Audio outside New York, may be taken as definitive. A fresh new take on one of the oldest American themes.” - James Manheim, AllMusic

“… astonishing technique and sonic imagination. A recording that not only illustrates Lewis's world of natural sound, but also brings it to life in a suggestive way.” - RONDO

“exceptional piano playing is full of emotion, grace and unparalleled skill. … Lewis’ vision in the area of modern classical music is worldly embraced, and McMillen’s execution is top notch and a must for ears that gravitate towards the solo piano experience.” - Take Effect

“As a nearly hour-long document of Lewis's writing style and McMillen's pianistic artistry, Pacific Triptych succeeds handsomely on its self-delineated terms. Impressions of both artists are enhanced when the performances resonate with the greatest possible clarity, that detail attributable to both Lewis's production of the recording and Oktaven Audio's renowned acoustics.” - Ron Schepper, Textura

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