Just this Side of Spring hits #3 in Radio! - Purchase
Ann Sweeten awarded honor of Steinway Artist
"It is my pleasure to officially welcome you to the distinguished international roster of Steinway Artists. ...the high standard you have set with your artistic and professional achievements make it most appropriate that you are now formally included among a list of the most accomplished and discriminating performing artists in the world."
Bonnie Barrett, Director, Concert and Artist Activities
Internationally renowned recording artist
Ann Sweeten
Six-Time Music Awards Nominee
Contemporary Pianist/Composer, Ann Sweeten, has crafted a signature sound over the course of 8 chart-topping albums and 2 Italian compilation albums over the past 13 years. Often placed in the New Age genre, her style is decidedly unique, embracing not only the classical realm, but aspects of jazz, film scoring, and popular music. Sweeten's music has aired and been reviewed across the world to wide critical acclaim. Her music is played on MUSIC CHOICE/ "SOUNDSCAPES", XM SATELLITE "SPA 72", SIRIUS "SPA 73". Shows streaming on LIVE365 INTERNET RADIO: ANIMA, BEAUTIFULMUSIC, MY SPIRIT RADIO, NEW AGE RHYTHMS, SEASCAPES, SMOOTH PIANO; YAHOO/ MUSICMATCH RADIO. Also licensed through MUZAK, DMX AND SPAFAX. For a full listing of radio stations by state and country, see the Radio/Press page.
Her last release, Grey Sky and Bittersweet was produced by Grammy award-winning artist /producer and founder of Windham Hill Records, Will Ackerman. On her newest album, Just this Side of Spring, Ann Sweeten resumes her role as producer in a collaborative effort with Will Ackerman. Grey Sky and Bittersweet debuted at #2 on the NAR Radio charts in 2007 along with her previous, A Place in the Sun, the prior year. Both were nominated for Best Instrumental Piano Album in 2007 and 2006 respectively. Two earlier releases, Sapphire Days and Reflections, both rose to #3, making these some of the most played albums of modern instrumental music in North America. Sweeten blends stylish, sophisticated, technical composition in well-rooted classical themes with originality and passion, resulting in performances that pack an emotional wallop.
