Post Tagged with: "Classical Music"

Mark Vickness Interconnected – ‘In the Rain Shadow’ (2023)

Mark Vickness Interconnected – ‘In the Rain Shadow’ (2023)

‘In the Rain Shadow’ is largely inspired by progressive fingerstyle guitarist and composer Mark Vickness’ move to the high desert of California.

The Daily Doug: The Albums That Shaped My Career

The Daily Doug: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Composer, educator and vocal-group conductor Douglas Helvering, best known for his YouTube channel, The Daily Doug, discusses LPs that changed everything.

Chris Forte – ‘Backyard Astronomy’ (2022)

Chris Forte – ‘Backyard Astronomy’ (2022)

Chicago area-based guitarist Chris Forte’s ‘Backyard Astronomy’ is an intriguing LP with several genres represented, from blues to classical, to jazz.

Yves Leveille – ‘L’echelle du Temps’ (2022)

Yves Leveille – ‘L’echelle du Temps’ (2022)

Yves Leveille’s ‘L’echelle du Temps’ feels personal, full of character, unfettered, and wonderful in the true sense of the word.

Remembering 9/11: John Adams – ‘On the Transmigration of Souls’ (2002)

Remembering 9/11: John Adams – ‘On the Transmigration of Souls’ (2002)

John Adams’ “On the Transmigration of Souls” is difficult, not just because it’s a classical operatic piece but because 9/11 still sparks so many feelings.

Kenneth Kirschner + Joseph Branciforte – ‘From the Machine: Volume 1’ (2021)

Kenneth Kirschner + Joseph Branciforte – ‘From the Machine: Volume 1’ (2021)

Kenneth Kirschner and Joseph Branciforte feed human musical ideas into computer algorithms using an elaborate set of rules and a dash of randomness to generate fully notated compositions.

Suzanne Ciani: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Suzanne Ciani: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Suzanne Ciani joins Ross Boissoneau to discuss career-shaping albums by Vangelis, Glenn Gould and Roxy Music.

Avawaves – ‘Voyager II’ (2020)

Avawaves – ‘Voyager II’ (2020)

While classical purists may be aghast, Avawaves’ ambient varient is enjoyable for those with open ears.

Jess Gillam – ‘Time’ (2020)

Jess Gillam – ‘Time’ (2020)

‘Time’ is a journey of discovery, not only in Jess Gillam’s mastery of her instrument but also in re-worked compositions.

Sky: An Appreciation

Sky: An Appreciation

Sky deftly bridged genres, including classical and rock, yet somehow their music has nearly disappeared from minds and playlists.