Michele McLaughlin is a self-taught solo pianist and composer and WOW did she do great a job at learning from her teachings. Undercurrent is a collection of 13 elegantly crafted instrumental compositions in the style of classical piano. This is the perfect album for playing in the background while you relax, read a book, or […]
Aberg Piano Works by Tom Joyce
Have you ever wondered what the Austrian mountains sound like from the perspective of a piano? Last year, Tom Joyce left the UK in his camper van and headed East eventually settling in the Austrian mountains. This is the atmosphere from which Tom chose to record the arrangements for his new album, Aberg Piano Works. […]
Ashokan Memories of Peter Calandra
You may not recognize Peter Calandra‘s name but I bet you would recognize his music. Peter has scored 40 films, written over 2000 compositions for tv broadcasts (including 37 themes), and he has performed in Broadway productions such as Les Misesrables, Miss Saigon, The Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, and Little Shop of […]
Devin Farney’s Magnum Passion Opus…Yet
I knew Devin Farney’s album Magnum Passion was going to be something fresh, far from boring, and above the average album we receive from independent musicians. [I included the word “yet” in the headline because I honestly hope Devin isn’t finished creating masterpieces any time soon. I would hate to call this his greatest work […]
Interview with Devin Farney – composer, pianist, teacher
I recently had the opportunity to interview Devin Farney, who is a pianist, composer, and teacher in San Francisco, California. Devin’s music is very interesting and one of the most intriguing soundscapes I have heard in a while. Feel free to click play below and listen while you read. Let’s start from the top. Who […]
