George Winston (born June 26, 1949 — died June 4, 2023) was an American pianist known for seasonal, solo-piano albums and his association with Windham Hill Records.

Associated with Windham Hill Records; regarded as a leading figure in solo-piano/New Age music. Notable albums include Autumn, December and Winter Into Spring. The album December is cited in reviews as his highest-selling work (reviews note it exceeded well over 3 million copies).

DeBaser reviews present George Winston as a leading solo-piano/New Age artist known for season-themed albums and tasteful covers. Reviewers praise albums like Autumn, December and Winter Into Spring for atmosphere and execution. December is noted as his biggest commercial success. The overall reception on DeBaser is favorable.

For:Listeners of solo piano, New Age fans, and readers who enjoy atmospheric/seasonal instrumental music.

 Perfect time to review this remarkable album now 40 years after its release, which is practically a musical eternity: just think that it was at the height of the New Age and the label in question, the now forgotten and defunct "Windham Hill" (finally absorbed by SONY Music) was living its brightest period thanks to dozens of high-level artists on its books.

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 He defines the music he plays as "Rural Folk," he made a CD of The Doors covers, and in "Montana - A Love Story" in the track "The Little House I Used To Live In," he touches on names like Frank Zappa.

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 “When I first heard Break on Through (to the Other Side), it was the best piece of music I had ever heard."George Winston.

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