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Modern Classical…..

Below is a selection of modern Classical composers that have caught my attention recently:

Nils Frahm

Produceer and composer based in Berlin. His latest album ‘The Bells’ is a live totally improvised piano performance that was recorded in the Grunewald church.

Alvo Noto and Ryuichi Sakamoto

Collaboration between German artist Carsten Nicolai (stage name Alvo Noto) and famous Japanese [...]

Moritz Von Oswald Trio

Moritz Von Oswald’s latest release ‘Vertical Ascent’ was described by Villalobos as ‘a frequency massage’. When Villalobos himself says something like this you know its going to be worth a listen.

My very first impressions of ‘Vertical Ascent’ were shaped by the mastery of its production; the richness and intricacy of which allows for defined layering [...]

Art Blakely and the Jazz Messengers

Art Blakely is a jazz drumming pioneer famous for infusing swing jazz with elements of blues and gospel music. His band the jazz messengers provided a platform for many aspiring jazz musicians over its 30 year existence between 1954 to the early 80’s. Art made a point of playing around younger musician to keep his [...]