Ballade for Astor Piazzolla

"I have always deeply admired Astor Piazzolla’s music for its great creativity, energy and originality.  He has inspired me to find my own voice, drawing on influences of contemporary classical composers and modern jazz artists.  'Ballade for Astor Piazzolla" is my homage to one of the great composers of the twentieth century." -Frederic Hand, composer

"I have always deeply admired Astor Piazzolla’s music for its great creativity, energy and originality.  He has inspired me to find my own voice, drawing on influences of contemporary classical composers and modern jazz artists.  'Ballade for Astor Piazzolla" is my homage to one of the great composers of the twentieth century." -Frederic Hand, composer