David Lanz is a renowned solo instrumentalist and adult alternative artist who gained popularity for his solo piano works after starting out in rock bands during his youth. He transitioned to playing his original material exclusively after receiving a positive response from audiences at a small Seattle nightclub. Lanz's early albums of solo piano compositions were best-sellers on the Narada label, and his collaborations with guitarist Paul Speer also achieved success on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. Over the years, he explored works for larger ensembles, including full orchestral accompaniments on Skyline Firedance (1990), before returning to his solo piano roots with albums like Return to the Heart (1991) and venturing into vocal performances on Bridge of Dreams (1993).

Throughout the 1990s, David Lanz continued to release a string of albums, including Christmas Eve (1994), Sacred Road (1996), Songs from an English Garden (1998), An Evening with David Lanz (1999), and East of the Moon (2000). His musical journey showcased versatility and innovation, from his early solo piano compositions to his forays into larger ensembles and vocal performances, demonstrating his enduring creativity and prolific output within the instrumental and adult alternative music scenes.