When a composer like Lauré Lussier releases a new work, one does not approach it lightly. His previous compositions, haunting, intricate, often cinematic, have already established him as a contemporary voice who blurs the lines between orchestration, sound design, and storytelling. Driftsways by Lussier takes another bold step forward. This two-part electroacoustic work, comprised of “Themes & Variations” and “Rondo,” is less a collection of pieces than it is a sonic architec

Australian composer and pianist Andrew Keese has announced the release of his forthcoming album Illuminator, alongside a series of European concert dates set for summer 2025.

Among the new generation of Estonian composers, Tõnu Kõrvits has emerged as one of the most poetic and emotionally resonant musical voices of his homeland. Drawing from a rich cultural heritage, his music blends contemporary classical language with folk motifs, dreamlike textures, and a sense of quiet introspection. Known for his deeply atmospheric soundscapes and evocative orchestrations, Kõrvits is not only a prominent composer in Estonia but also increasingly recognized on

Gravity of the Ocean by Aliya Lark, the London-based neoclassical composer and pianist, is a six-track instrumental work that blends felt piano, ambient textures, delicate strings, and subtle electronics. Released on July 18, 2025, the album marks the next step in her emotionally nuanced musical storytelling—a sound world already praised by BBC Radio 3 and featured on Spain's AD21 Music.

Lithuania’s classical and contemporary music scene is rich with originality, emotional depth, and cultural nuance—yet it often remains underrepresented in the broader European narrative. From mystical romanticism to mathematical ultra-minimalism, Lithuanian composers have carved out a unique sonic world that blends folk tradition, modernism, and personal expression.

With his new single “Sentieri”, Italian cellist and composer Luca Basile invites us once again into a cinematic soundscape where classical roots meet modern epic storytelling. Following the release of his debut album Il Viaggio, this piece marks the beginning of a new musical journey, serving both as a spiritual continuation and a bold introduction to his upcoming second album. “Sentieri”—Italian for “paths”—is not only a title, but also a metaphor for the emotional terrain t

The new single release by the renowned pianist and composer Alessandra Toni is a musical gem waiting to be discovered. See You Again by Alessandra Toni is a poignant, cinematic piece that gracefully blends her delicate piano touch with the emotive presence of the string trio “OP3.” Together, they breathe life into a soundscape that feels both personal and universal—a moment suspended between memory and longing.

Nick Pike returns with Phraxia, his third studio album, following the textural richness of Norastoria and the soothing atmospheres of Evergreen. This new release presents a more nuanced evolution of his neoclassical voice—a sonic landscape where solo piano takes center stage, delicately intertwined with shimmering electronic textures and ambient washes.

In today’s music landscape, the digital album has become the dominant format for both artists and listeners. While vinyl, cassette tapes, and CDs once defined how we experienced music, the digital album now stands at the center of modern music distribution. But how did we get here? And what does this shift mean for the way we create, share, and consume music?

There are artists who compose music, and then there are artists who reveal something of the world—and of themselves—through sound. Andrew Keese belongs to the latter. An Australian composer, pianist, and multi-instrumentalist, his work resists easy categorization. It walks the line between neoclassical, ambient, and post-rock, but never settles comfortably into any single label. What sets him apart is not just his aesthetic, but the way his music feels lived rooted in experie

Lalo Schifrin, the legendary composer behind the unforgettable Mission: Impossible theme, passed away on June 26, 2025, at the age of 93. His music has pulsed through the heart of modern cinema and television for over seven decades. Best known for his masterful fusion of jazz, classical, and Latin influences, Schifrin's work has become synonymous with tension, motion, and cinematic cool. With a career that bridged continents, genres, and generations,

As someone who has had the honor of working with Matteo Ramon Arevalos, listening to his new album LEO felt like stepping once more into a realm of sonic wonder—a place where the familiar transforms and the piano becomes not just an instrument, but a world.

Michael Friedinger’s latest single Sundowner is a luminous blend of smooth jazz, Latin groove, and chill-out elegance—a sonic breeze that arrives just in time for golden hour. This five-minute instrumental piece invites listeners to unwind, sway, and surrender to its warm, rhythmic embrace. At the heart of Sundowner lies a delicate interplay between piano and saxophone, two voices in an intimate conversation, each note charged with emotion and mutual understanding.

Like a mist rising over a forgotten forest lake, Tendrils emerges as a rare bloom—both haunted and alive, intimate and ungraspable. The second LP from Old Man of the Woods, the alias of Seattle-based multidisciplinary artist Miranda Elliott, is an experimental, ethereal electro-acoustic offering—a devotional sung from a distance, whispered through cracked walls and rusted hinges.

Iran’s musical heritage is one of the oldest in the world, rooted in centuries of rich modal systems and poetic traditions. While traditional Persian music has always played a central role in Iranian identity, the incorporation of Western classical music began in earnest during the Qajar and Pahlavi eras, particularly in the early 20th century.

Velvet Lark invites us into a quiet world of faded memories and sonic fragments in Letters Never Sent, a debut album composed like a handwritten note left on a windowsill—personal, tender, and ephemeral. The project unfolds in seven delicate pieces, just over ten minutes long, but rich with the weight of emotion, memory, and unspoken thoughts.

Avalon Skies’ debut full-length album A Shape of Thought is not here to dazzle with overstatement—it’s here to exist. Gently, honestly, and with emotional depth. What began, in the artist’s words, during a mentally challenging time has evolved into “a healing journey and a path to getting to know my own thoughts.” That sense of inward reflection permeates the album’s pacing, structure, and sound design.

We Are All Bots by Andrea Pizzo and the Purple Mice is a compact yet ambitious concept EP that fuses electro-rock, cinematic orchestration, and operatic flair into a thirteen-minute exploration of humanity’s identity in a digitized universe. Across its three tracks—We Are All Bots, To the Space and Beyond, and Eternità—the listener is taken on a symbolic journey through technology, space, and the timeless myth of immortality.

I recently attended Rahvusooper Estonia's Võluflööt (The Magic Flute) by W.A. Mozart, and it was, as always, a musical and theatrical highlight in the heart of Tallinn. Yes—the one with the famously challenging “Queen of the Night” aria that continues to captivate audiences and challenge sopranos. The performance offered a delightful experience with top-tier music direction by Arvo Volmer, stunning costumes, and dedicated vocal performances. However, not every element shone e

In Principle of Least Action, guitarist and composer Ricardo Urquiza has crafted an exceptional conceptual EP rooted in both physical law and musical structure. The title is borrowed from a fundamental idea in physics—that nature follows the path of least resistance, or least effort. Ricardo transforms this scientific principle into a musical metaphor, navigating through structured harmonic repetition and fluid improvisation with elegance and intention.