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 …
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Three remarkable neoclassical pieces to prepare you for the weekend
Ron Verboom – “Nothing more nothing less”-I’m not much for experimental elements in neoclassical music, so for me to approve it there must be something truly remarkable about it. When I first heard the atmospheric elements of Verboom’s latest track, I felt like …
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 inspiring neoclassical pieces to motivate your midweek
Theo Litson – “Routine”-From first listen, I found this piece of music to be delightfully inspiring. There’s an energy in the repetition that I find cathartic and moving. Something about the high elements of the melody make me feel like I’m going on …
Three exceptional neoclassical pieces that stand out from the crowd
Tom Ashbrook – “Solitude II”-When I hear a neoclassical piece that makes me feel like this, I have to say yes. I don’t even fully understand what Ashbrook’s style does that evokes so much emotion, but it’s delightful. The cinematic mix of the …
Three neoclassical pieces to set the midweek mood
Daniel Rosenholm – “November”-The unhurried pace of this piece stood out for me right away. Unlike some who seem to meander without purpose, this melody felt intentional and mysterious. I had to listen further. The style is contemplative and engaging, if at times …
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 …
Relaxing neoclassical compositions for May 2020
Teodor Wolgers- “The theme song”-It’s hard to explain to people what I mean by “neoclassical” because there are so many ways to take that term. Yes it must be “new” and it must have measures of “classical” to it, but what we’re looking …
Slow it down for a turn with this short neoclassical list
Illuminine – “Dear, Limerence”-I don’t know what illuminine or limerence mean, but I do know that I like this minimalist composition. The easy developing melody feels delightfully comforting. It feels like it was written to help me focus. I appreciate the conversational phrasing. …
Four gorgeous neoclassical pieces for a peaceful week
Sarah Coponat – “Whisper”-The title “Whisper” is a delightfully appropriate name for this piece. I love how the recording style allows you to hear the true mechanics of the sound. There are pedals and actual pieces of wood and string that make the …
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