Barry Hudson-Taylor – “Better Days”-Followers of my neoclassical coverage will be no stranger to Barry Hudson-Taylor. His composition style hits the nail on the head with neoclassical. It’s magical, light, and meandering. I’m not sure if these “better days” are the halcyon past …
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A pair of neoclassical pieces from two site favorite composers Hideyuki Hashimoto and Piotr Wiese
Hideyuki Hashimoto – “Page”-As an avid reader, I have to say I am curious if the page referenced in the title here is about reading. Is this a song about a book? Or perhaps about the joy of reading? There’s a curious and …
Three neoclassical pieces to captivate and inspire in this spring season
Michael Koch – “Vergeben”-The best types of neoclassical music are the pieces that are able to bring together classical styling with something that feels modern and fresh. It doesn’t mimick the past so much as it adapts and evolves it into something new. …
Three chill neoclassical pieces to bring in the weekend
Meg Blumberg – “Extant”-If you’re looking for a neoclassical piece to bring calm, Blumberg may be one of the best composers out there. It’s interesting to me that this piece is slow and methodical, but does not offer the sleepiness of so many …
Three neoclassical pieces to begin the merry month of May
Lucas Forch – “Arturo”-There’s a delightfully expressive style to the piano here. I appreciate the way that it rolls from each phrase into the next. There’s some repetition, but also some changing textures that keep the listener engaged. Mostly, though, I like how …
Three neoclassical pieces that will move your emotions
Hideyuki Hashimoto – “outro”-I’ve featured Hashimoto here before, always highlighting the mechanical sounds and nature of the recording. I still do really enjoy that part of the style. There’s something in this composition that reminds me of Disney’s “When you wish upon a …
Three calming neoclassical tracks to bring in the new week
Barry Hudson-Taylor – “Portraits of Jane”-The calming energy of this track is undeniable. From the very opening lines, there’s an unfolding feeling, like flipping the pages of a new book. Your mind is more interested in what’s going to open up next in …
Three neoclassical pieces that will bring warmth for these chilly rainy spring days
Andrew Land – “Loss and Expense”-There’s an atmospheric quality to this piece that really sets it apart. It’s hard to explain what exactly makes a neoclassical track resonate more than others, but for me, this one unfolds so nicely. It is, in a …
Three neoclassical pieces to begin your week with a calm mind
Steve Luck – “Oscillation”-The calming style of Steve Luck’s recent piece “Oscillation” is evident from the very start. The melody unfolds throughout the piece quite naturally. It feels like taking a slow walk in a garden or some such place. I appreciate that …
Three neoclassical pieces for a contemplative and relaxing playlist
Igor Longhi – “La Luna”-I appreciate the cathartic style of the piano in this piece. It seems to lull the listener from the very start. The melody moves without feeling rushed. The overall style is calming and helps me to be introspective. If …
