Twelve "stories without words," performed on solo piano by Neil Patton. These compositions defy the conventional "New Age" categorization usually assigned to modern solo piano music, taking the listener on several different journeys of high emotion, meditation, mourning, celebration, fear and triumph. No part of the dynamic range of the piano is left unexplored, allowing the full expression of this instrument to shine. Some Reviews of Hammer & Wire: "The themes of the music are very personal, with many involving Patton’s faith and family, making this collection an autobiography of the past four years, told in music rather than words. 'Hammer and Wire' is an exceptional second release from Neil Patton! Very highly recommended!" - Kathy Parsons, www.MainlyPiano.com "Neil Patton's latest CD for solo piano, Hammer & Wire, is impressive. I particularly like the track ... 'Into the Arms of God'. Each of the twelve tracks tells its own story, and Neil has devoted four years in the making of this recommended CD." - Stephen Cairns, www.piano-heaven.co.uk "I just listened to the master of Hammer & Wire all the way through with headphones. I am altered. Do you have any idea how incredible this CD is?!! Neil it is spectacular. Your best work ever." - Mastering Engineer Michael Charles McDonald, Syntharts Studio, Eugene, OR "Listening to the CD these last few days has been a roller coaster. It made me smile, bob my head, cry, relax emotionally....simply amazing..." - John (a fan) Neil Patton is a pianist, keyboardist, singer, composer and teacher living in Eugene, Oregon. Hammer & Wire is his second collection of solo piano music, following his 2007 release, Impromptu. He is a featured artist on the Whisperings Solo Piano Radio broadcast, and performs regularly alone and with other artists. He is a worship pastor, as well as an in-demand piano instructor, both privately and through New Hope Christian College in Eugene.