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Songs for the Solitary: This collection of fifteen solo piano compositions reflects the spectrum of emotions we experience when alone, from the joys and inspiration of solitude, to the trials and darkness of isolation. These pieces are meant to celebrate those precious times away from the crowd, but also to encourage those who are in need of community and hope. Performed on the same Yamaha C7 concert grand piano that Neil used for his previous two albums (Between Shadow and Light, and Hammer & Wire), these recordings capture the height, breadth and depth of sound that only a piano can produce, everything from delicate melodies to thundering rhythms. There is something for everyone in this collection. "These are some of the best melodies and compositions I have ever created. I hope these pieces will encourage and connect with listeners on a deep level." - Neil Patton "There are a lot of really good pianists on the contemporary piano scene, but only a few are breath-taking, and Neil Patton is one of those." - Kathy Parsons (mainlypiano . com) Neil Patton is a pianist/keyboardist, singer, songwriter, and performer working in Eugene, Oregon. He is a featured artist on the popular Whisperings Solo Piano Radio broadcast (solopianoradio.com). His 2015 CD, Between Shadow and Light (#13 on Zone Music Reporter Airplay Charts), was named Album of the Year at MainlyPiano.com, and was awarded 3rd place for Album of the Year Solo Piano at One World Music Radio. Neil studied classical piano from the age of five through college. Graduating with honors from the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance in 1994, he has since maintained his residence in his birthplace, Eugene, Oregon. In 1996 Neil began to work full-time as a musician in various capacities. He opened a private piano teaching studio in 1997, and now teaches 35 students in his home office and at New Hope Christian College in Eugene. He also serves as Pastor of Worship Arts at Emerald Bible Fellowship. In his leftover time, he freelances, playing parties, concerts, and other special events, while also composing and arranging, and sometimes helping to arrange and produce music for other local artists. Neil performs regularly with his wife, Cathy, an accomplished flutist. They have been married since 1996 and have two children.