Funseth summarises her motivation for this sensuous recording in the following words: “To me, the concerts at Karlberg castle and the privilege of working alongside so many outstanding musicians have been inspiring. They have been enormously important to me. At every concert, we have always tried to stimulate the imagination, to entertain, even to charm the audience during the twilight hours of a late summer evening – when there’s only time for music and words are not enough On this CD I’ve collected some of the most beautiful and intimate piano pieces I know, pieces for consolation, pieces for joy and inspiration. And I dedicate them to my late husband, Ulf Hjelmquist, a constant source of support and encouragement.