The Other Side of Tony Gould
Tony Gould is best known for his improvising, mostly in the jazz world. This CD presents his classical side.
The Other Side of Tony Gould gives a glimpse into the classical imagination of one of Australia’s most respected jazz musicians. Best known for his decades-long career as a pianist and improviser in the jazz world, Tony Gould has always moved freely between genres.
This recording reveals original compositions and interpretations that reflect his lifelong love of the great masters of the tradition. All works, with the exception of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring, are Gould’s original compositions written over the past two decades. While much of the album was recorded on a Yamaha C7 at Move Records studio, Dreams of My Girl and Homage to Mahler were captured in live performance.
The Other Side of Tony Gould offers listeners an intimate portrait of a composer whose music grows from deep listening, heartfelt expression, and an abiding respect for tradition. It is both a revelation and a reminder that the “other side” of an artist often shines the brightest light on their full creative spirit.
Artists
Tony Gould
Pianist and composer Tony Gould is one of Australia’s most respected musicians. His career has encompassed many styles of music, including jazz and other improvisatory forms, as well as traditional and contemporary classical. For the past 50 years he has remained at the forefront of music education in Australia.
Firebird Trio
Like its mythical namesake which shone magically through the darkness, Firebird Trio sheds light on music from all epochs. Founded in 2010, they have performed nationwide to critical acclaim, with a vibrancy of imagination that echoes its name.
Jasmine Lai
Jasmine is studying at Melbourne Conservatorium of Music and was first prize winner of the ArsClassica International Junior competition (2024) and will perform in collaboration with the Polish Institute of Culture in Rome, Italy in December 2025.
Rosa Scaffidi
Rosa Scaffidi began her life-long love affair with the piano and its mighty repertoire at the age of 2. She is an extremely versatile musician, and is highly skilled in the interpretation of many musical styles as well as being a proficient improviser.
Audio previews
Track Listing
- Empathy Tony Gould
- Homage to Mahler Tony Gould
- A Little Music for Jasmine Tony Gould
- Dreams of my girl Tony Gould
- Part one – Adoration of the Earth
- Part two – The Sacrifice
The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) Igor Stravinsky
Performers
- Tony Gould · piano · tracks 5 and 6
- Firebird Trio · ensemble · track 4
- Jasmine Lai · piano · tracks 1 and 3
- Rosa Scaffidi · piano · tracks 5 and 6
- Fabian Russell · conductor · track 2
Composer
Where to listen
The Other Side of Tony Gould is available for download from the iTunes Music Store.
It's available for streaming through
Apple Music.
The Other Side of Tony Gould is available as a CD. It can be purchased online through Buywell Music or the Australian Music Centre which both offer secure online ordering.
Move CDs can be ordered through music retailers across Australia including Readings.
Product details
- List price
- $25.00 AUD
- Release date
- 3 Feb 2026
- Copyright
- © 2025 Move Records
- Phonogram
- ℗ 2025 Move Records
- Categories
- Australian, Classical
- Catalogue number
- MD 3478
- Barcode
- EAN 8721416205521