Raffaele Grimaldi – “Elegy for I”-The calming nature of this piece is evident from the outset. I was moved by the subtlties in composition here. The two hands of the piano player feel like different instruments in the mix. The music box style …
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Three moving neoclassical pieces for your soul
Paul-Marie Barbier – “Melancolia”-In a year with a lot of melancholy, this piece resonated with me from first listen. I don’t know all the technical terms for what is happening in the piece, but the pacing and unconventional melody struck me as powerful …
Three neoclassical pieces for sentimental reflection
Kendra Logozar – “Moonrise”-We’ve been covering a lot of Logozar’s compositions lately. If you click play on this one you’ll hear why. The articulation and phrasing of Logozar’s playing continues to be some of the best we’ve heard. The way the piano feels …
Three neoclassical tunes for your midweek
Billy Lockett – “One World”-We don’t get many neoclassical submissions like this, so I was eager to hear how it unfolded. To call it minimalist in the opening is a bit of an understatement. It’s got these long pauses that make you wonder …
Neoclassical calm amidst life’s current storm
Gianluca Piacenza – “Once again”-I really like this kind of piano music that seems like a direct link to the soul. I can’t explain how it works, but I am consistently impressed by the delicate, emotional compositions of Gianluca Piacenza. This piece “Once …
A neoclassical playlist to ease you into the week
Bjorn Gottschall – “Sonnig schwarz”-I appreciate the piano neoclassical piece for the way that it eases into transitions. There’s a sense of calm and movement at the same time. The piece makes me feel like everything’s going to be okay even if it’s …
Relaxing neoclassical music for reading, studying, or meditation in 2020
Salvatore Altavilla – “Aeolian Lullaby”-If I had to explain to someone what I mean by “neoclassical” music, I would play this track from Salvatore Altavilla. It’s beautiful, subtle, and unbelievably engaging. Everything about it feels comfortable and meaningful. I really appreciate that elements …
A quartet of heart-soothing neoclassical pieces
Val Giamo – “Fragment Porcelein”-This breathtaking piece from composer Val Giamo is exactly what I needed right now. The phrasing is gentle while some of the textures can turn quite dark. It’s perfect for reflecting on uncertainty. It’s perfect for seeking out beauty …
Three neoclassical pieces to help you study for midterms
Kendra Logozar – “Suspend”-One of my favorite things about neoclassical is that the song tells its own story. This peaceful track from Logozar has long, expressive lines that feel almost like monologues from eager characters. Something about this one feels like a great …