Sir Edward Elgar is celebrated for his grand orchestral works—the Pomp and Circumstance marches, the Enigma Variations—but his piano music is rarely heard and deeply rewarding. These pieces reveal a more intimate, sometimes introspective Elgar, exploring lyricism without orchestral grandeur. Peter Pettinger, a distinguished British pianist and Elgar interpreter, brings sensitivity and elegant touch to this music. The Chandos recording captures Elgar's gift for melody and his sophisticated harmonic language in these solo works. They're less familiar than his orchestral masterpieces but equally rewarding for those curious about his complete voice.