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JAMES VIGGO POULSEN

HEARTLAND POEM

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra · Abbey Road Studios · Robert Thies · Geoffrey Paterson

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ABOUT THE COMPOSER

James Viggo Poulsen

A composer whose orchestral works bridge the lyrical tradition of the American heartland with contemporary concert music. His debut album, Heartland Poem, was recorded with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Abbey Road Studios and released on MSR Classics through Parma Recordings.

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Featured on Iowa Public TV’s Iowa Life

Follow Jamie Poulsen’s journey from Iowa to London’s legendary Abbey Road Studios, where he recorded his Piano Concerto and Heartland Poem with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The feature explores his lifelong dedication to music, his creative process, and his belief that ambitious dreams are possible through persistence and hard work.

RELEASING JULY 2026

Album cover featuring a colorful abstract painting with swirling blue and pastel hues. Text on the cover includes 'James Viggo Poulsen Heartland Poem' and mentions a piano concerto and heartland poem. Logos for MSR Classics and a list of performers including Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Robert Thies, and Geoffrey Paterson Conductor are also present.

HEARTLAND POEM

Piano Concerto & Heartland Poem

Recorded with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Abbey Road Studios in London, featuring GRAMMY®-nominated pianist Robert Thies and conductor Geoffrey Paterson. Two large-scale orchestral works: a three-movement piano concerto and a symphonic poem, capturing the sweep, power, and beauty of the American heartland.

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