Neoclassical music is some of the most relaxing being made right now. People don’t always even know what to call it, but the peaceful lines and colorful melodies work toward something that can be truly uplifting. With Jesse Brown’s music, you’ll hear a …
Category: Piano
I have few words for these neoclassical gems – Lunchtime Playlist May 3
Bjoern Gottschall – “Zeitraum” -I’m sure there are technical terms for how the left hand on the piano rolls and the right hand provides a high, distinguished melody. That’s what makes this piece for me – it’s the articulation of the melody. It …
Cinematic and inspirational neoclassical – Lunchtime Playlist April 17
David Baron – “Under Rain” -Even if you are not a typical neoclassical “fan,” you will enjoy this piece. It has some of the most amazing, evocative lines I have heard in the genre this year. The cinematic strings rise and swell literally …
Album Review: Elizabeth Gundersen – Elephant Heart
A few years ago I had the privilege of reviewing Elizabeth Gundersen’s project Le Wrens. It was genuinely one of my favorite albums from a promising new songwriter. I was sad to hear that the Le Wrens project was discontinued, but when I …
Lunchtime Playlist March 26 – Calming neoclassical to nurse that h… appy meal
Tim Tulsa – “Up” -I’m a sucker for vintage pianos where you can hear the clanking of the pedals in the background of a lofi recording. Tulsa’s sound is just lovely in that way. It’s the kind of piece that you’ll listen to …
Four neoclassical pieces to help you keep midweek calm
Neoclassical is a genre that has become a favorite of mine over the years. Maybe it’s that I’m aging (we call that maturing, right?), but sometimes I’d rather here a sweet piano piece rather than a raucous indie rock jam. These three songs …
Fresh Release: Madeleine Dopico Has A Sound Pop Needs
Madeleine Dopico has the story we love hearing. Quitting her job at a NYC Health Tech startup to pursue her musical passions, she took a giant leap that seems to be paying off. Her fresh sound is more mature than her brief time …
Six New Piano Pieces Full of Passion
Six New Piano Pieces Full of Passion Guest Review by Rachel Bearinger There is something about the familiar sound of a piano that makes it one of the most popular and recognizable instruments in the world. It’s no wonder that so many musicians …
Freja Frances Crafts a Haunting Piano Driven Tale on “Papercuts”
Freja Frances – “Papercuts” The piano/vocal combo on this track is extraordinary. The heartbreaking talent here is more than palpable and is sure to bring a variety of comparisons to more renowned artists. The artist explains, “The single is about a feeling of …
Calming Neoclassical Music for your weekend
Sometimes it can be hard to write an intro to a neoclassical article without sounding trite. “Calming” and “peaceful” just feel so repetitive… but honestly that’s what these tracks are. We’re so privileged to feature them here on our site. Do enjoy and …
