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“Spring” is a piece that is particularly close to my heart. I wrote it while watching the world slowly come back to life - trees budding, flowers blooming and the sunlight finally breaking through the cold. It's inspired by those quiet moments in nature when everything feels fresh, new and full of promise.

Music Video:
https://youtu.be/Lp-ZkZOStw8?si=FFoIsEQwDF-DVbU6

Spring

Singing Waves

Composed by Johann Pachelbel (1653 - 1706)
Arrangement from https://www.youtube.com/@LetsPlayGuitar
Played on GeoShred with sounds from Speldosa passed through TB Reverb

A video of this being played is available here https://youtu.be/BVWNqlObNrk

#295 Pachelbel’s Canon in D

Piano M 7216 4:19 12-02-2025

Solo Piano.  Created in Real-Time at the Midwest Music Conservatory, St. Louis MO.

Year of Music: March 21, 2025

The 22nd track in the Decent Sampler album…
All of the sounds used on this album are free.
Sounds used on this track are…
Felt & Fog (Hoffmann Felted (*3) and Brian Eno’s Fav)
Recollection (GR04 Lonely Day 2)
Short Scale Bass
Played by Piano Motifs and GeoShred

Decent Sampler | Wurren

Music by Alexander Stratonov

2022 could have been a very special year. I am sure many people had big plans for it, and I certainly did. But instead, that year became a line that divided the lives of tens of millions of Ukrainians into before and after. We all coped differently with the realization that our world would never be the same again. For me, music became one of the most effective coping mechanisms. It was then, in 2022, that I started writing music for the documentary projects of our investigative team at Suspilne. It was the first time I had composed solo music since the early 2000s. A lot of trial and error, experimentation, studying the theory and characteristics of various instruments, as well as constant feelings of "impostor syndrome" symptoms.

Three years have passed. The number of tracks has exceeded a hundred, and the views and listens counters have long since passed the 50K mark. It's a silly number for big names, but I'm happy with every listen, comment and feedback I get from those my work resonates with. Some of my work has even been recognized in the media. Has this completely rid me of the "impostor syndrome"? Not yet, but I'm getting there :)

Sometimes I go back to the pieces I wrote in the first year of the Great War. They seem to have the imprint of those times frozen in them. So I decided to pick ten of my favorite tracks from 2022 (including "Leftovers", which was the first one I presented to the public) and freshen them up a bit, because it seems I've learned something since then. That's how this collection called MMXXII was born - a renewed sound of the works that started it all.

Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbUjLLHnIC0PZd80MbEVs93aBM4fahv0s

Listen on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/ephtrackx/sets/mmxxii

Listen on Bandcamp: https://ephtrackx.bandcamp.com/album/mmxxii

© Alexander Stratonov 2025

If you want to support my work, just buy me a cup of coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/ephtrackx

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Олександр Стратонов

Leftovers (Remastered)

Lagrima

Claude Debussy’s Clair de Lune is the third movement of his Suite Bergamasque, written for solo piano and completed in 1905. The title, meaning “Moonlight,” is inspired by Paul Verlaine’s poem, evoking a serene and reflective atmosphere. The piece epitomizes French Impressionism, focusing on mood and imagery over traditional form.
Structure and Atmosphere

The piece is in ternary form (ABA):

    Opening (A):
    A soft, flowing melody emerges over delicate arpeggios. The music feels weightless, like moonlight shimmering on water. Debussy uses rich harmonies and seventh chords to create a dreamlike quality, with a tender, introspective mood.

    Middle Section (B):
    The dynamics intensify, with fuller textures and soaring melodic lines. This section brings a sense of emotional depth and urgency, contrasting with the calm opening. Arpeggios cascade dramatically, giving the impression of moonlight suddenly brightening or revealing hidden beauty.

    Closing (A):
    The opening material returns, slightly varied, fading into a gentle, whisper-like conclusion. The piece ends as quietly as it began, leaving a sense of stillness and wonder.

Musical Features

    Harmonics: Debussy’s use of whole-tone scales, parallel chords, and non-functional harmony creates a suspended, ethereal soundscape.
    Melody: The lyrical melody floats effortlessly above the accompaniment, expressing both simplicity and emotional depth.
    Texture: Light, transparent textures alternate with moments of lush, resonant fullness, embodying the interplay of light and shadow.

Mood and Interpretation

Clair de Lune evokes the quiet magic of a moonlit night, combining serenity with subtle melancholy. Its poetic quality invites listeners to imagine moonlight reflecting on a calm lake, whispering through trees, or illuminating a tranquil landscape. The music feels timeless, blending stillness with fleeting moments of intensity.

Cultural Impact

This iconic piece has been widely used in films (Ocean’s Eleven, Twilight) and pop culture, often accompanying scenes of romance, nostalgia, or quiet reflection. Its universal appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep emotion while remaining understated.
Performance Notes

Expressive dynamics, fluid phrasing, and careful pedaling are essential to capturing its delicate atmosphere. A balance between freedom and control ensures its dreamlike flow remains intact.

Clair de Lune is a masterpiece of impressionistic music, celebrated for its ability to transport listeners into a realm of quiet beauty and introspection.

Claude Debussy - The Essential Collection

Clair de Lune

Clair de Lune - Debussy

Somewhere In Between

Everything here is created, recorded and mixed on an IPad Pro using AUM.

I use GeoShred to play everything that is not generated or sequenced.

I also have some tracks on my YouTube channel

Decent Sampler | Wurren

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