Alexander Douglas

'Welcome' is a solo piano EP of sacred jazz featuring interpretations of and improvisations on a range of sacred music themes from the Christian tradition; 1) a praise-and-worship song from the British gospel tradition, recorded by one of the luminaries of British gospel music as a choral track; and re-interpreted herewith; 2) a Welsh folk hymn; 3) a chorale tune from the German church music tradition (c. 1677 and there is a debate as to whether its origins are Catholic or Protestant), which goes by different English words these days; 4) a wonderful, well-known hymn tune; 5) a rather less-well-known hymn tune.

Alexander Douglas - Piano All arrangements/interpretations are copyrighted to ADM Productions. The song "Welcome In This Place" is written by Mark Beswick/Howard Francis. Recorded August 1, 2011 at Astar Studios by Andy Ross on a Yamaha Avant Grand (not a real piano, but a 'hybrid' - thanks to Yamaha UK for this). Mixed and mastered by Andy Ross. With very grateful thanks to NW Jazzworks, whose support made this recording possible. Artwork for album cover by Katie Musgrove. Cover design by Katie Musgrove and Victoria Haines.