I liked it, it was very interesting, a lot of little intricate details here, and there. I was a bit annoyed at the blurred together sort of improvy feel of the first few songs. I can definitely see where this is the beginnings of early 20th century avant-classical, however with only piano, there was a little to be desired.
As the recordings went on, they tightened up a bit, but still didn't lose their dissonant edge. I was a little annoyed at the repeat songs, but that always happens with these historical recordings. Obviously, the target audience is collecters, but it's annoying to hear one song 8 times in a row. Regardless, there's a strong ambient feel to these.
Obviously, they're very loose, improvised, and emotionally wide. I wouldn't say Ives is the most technically skilled piano player I've ever heard, but he isn't bad. Plus, realizing that he's beginning to pioneer a playing style which would greatly influence the majority of my catalogue, it was nice to hear it at it's roots.
However, at the very core, it didn't floor me. It didn't compel me enough emotionally to rate it 'excellent' like some composers/pianists have. Still, I have to say I enjoyed it, and respect it very deeply from a historical perspective. That's why I voted 'very good'.
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