The music is divinely delicate, but also quietly commandeering, and this strength is piercingly notable throughout the likes of highlights Plaza and Misterioso. There’s also a profoundly all-consuming depth of sound to the healing frequency and power of Cavern – an intoxicating closing track, confirming the essential power of music in temporarily freeing us from the jagged edges of modern life.
Classical
Award-winning composer, pianist and soundtrack creator Javier Rodriguez has built up an unrivalled repertoire over time, creating renowned music and projects for TV, media campaigns, brands and institutions across the globe.
Where much of modern music feels the need to fill every moment with sound and noise and something attention grabbing, this project offers creativity and sound the time and space to breathe, and in doing so, offers its audience the same kind of serenity and intrigue.
The mildness of this composition is impressive, given how all-consuming the layers and music turn out to be. When listened to at volume, the intricacy of the sound, and indeed, its contrasting depth, work their magic to a profound degree, and the topical implication united amidst that adds a whole other layer of emotional conviction.
Irish composer and producer Gavin Murphy, known for his contributions to releases from David Gray, Van Morison, and plenty more, presents this summer a deeply introspective instrumental project of his own.
Featuring an organic piano performance and accompanying string section, with a live performance video to match, the arrangement slowly evolves to become more and more impassioned and bold, reflecting upon the concept and image of a flower that thrives regardless of how tumultuous its surroundings may be.
Collaborating once again with vocalist Stephanie Rodriguez M., Ivano Bersini arranges a solo piano and harmonised vocal choir around In the peace of the sunset – a brief and beautiful ode to the imagery and shared warmth, the serenity and possibilities, imparted by the setting of the sun.
Classical pianist and pop songwriter Kadie Kelly provides a uniquely immersive, organic listening experience, with the unplugged ambiances of her seven-track album Journey to Innocence.
Lifelong musician and songwriter Jodie Fox has carved out a lasting lane in modern music, noting influence in writing music for TV, and also when performing live – as both a multi-instrumental musician and a Poetry Slam winner for the Florida 2021 competition. Jodie’s music is skilful yet devotedly intentional, meaning that whatever the mood … Continued
Stylistically bringing together emotional orchestral writing and Asian pop and art-song influences, there’s a distinct sense of character and purpose to everything under the Liz Huang name. Whatever the mood or story, the composer achieves the right kind of energy and detail to represent it in the most compelling and interesting way.
Stunning solo piano guidance amidst humble strings paves the way for an enchanting original composition. Serbian creative Alex Solely drives with emotional integrity and depth, for this captivating live performance of Dream.
Russian born classical pianist and songwriter Lanastia puts in a stunning performance, for her latest evocative solo work Dom.