Brandon McPhee - Ten Years On. CD Album Record.

Item ID: CDPAN047
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Featured Release: A Decade of Mastery and Musical Growth It is with considerable pride that we present Ten Years On, a landmark recording that commemorates a decade since Brandon McPhee first graced the studio at the tender age of eleven. In the intervening years, this young virtuoso has ascended from a promising prodigy to a champion of the All Scotland Senior Traditional Accordion Solo Championship. This album serves as a vivid portrait of his progression, capturing the maturity and refined technique of a player who has truly come into his own. The collection is a masterly display of the button accordion, featuring a selection of high-tempo jigs, reels, and elegant waltzes. From the intricate fingerwork of the Jacqueline Waltz to the spirited energy of the Bluebell Polka, McPhee demonstrates why he is regarded as one of the finest exponents of the "Shand style" in the modern era.

Product Highlights

  • A Milestone Recording: A comprehensive look at the artist's evolution ten years after his debut album, A Starr Is Born.

  • Accordion Virtuosity: Primarily focused on McPhee’s award-winning instrumental skill, showcasing his ability to lead both traditional and contemporary sets.

  • Exceptional Repertoire: Includes a diverse range of Scottish standards alongside Brandon’s own compositions, such as the renowned Flying Scotsman.

Collector’s Information

For the diligent collector of Pan Records, Ten Years On is a vital chapter in the Brandon McPhee discography, marking the transition from child sensation to a professional maestro.

Detail Specification
Catalogue Number CDPAN047
Artist Brandon McPhee
Format Compact Disc (CD Album Record)
Title Ten Years On
Genre Scottish Traditional / Accordion
Release Significance Tenth Anniversary Commemorative Album

Note for the Collector: CDPAN047 is particularly prized for its clarity and the sheer variety of the arrangements. It includes several technical benchmarks, such as the Dashing White Sergeant medley, which are frequently studied by aspiring button-box players for their precision and timing.

Track Selection Highlights

  1. The High-Tempo Sets: Rousing medleys including Atholl Highlanders and The Mason’s Apron.

  2. Graceful Waltzes: Delicate performances of Dawn’s Waltz and the Jacqueline Waltz.

  3. Signature Compositions: Features the artist’s own work, notably the Flying Scotsman, which has become a staple of his live performances.

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