Inspired by world events, this composition has a big sound, but is composed with a tiny hope that someday humanity will learn to be at peace with ourselves.

March to Eternity

March To Eternity

To be released on Spotify and all other streaming services :)

Pax Solis

There and Back Again: Part One

The journey began at dawn, the father and daughter standing side by side, gazing at the towering mountains ahead. Snow-capped peaks stretched endlessly into the sky, their path winding through rugged trails and shadowed ravines. She clutched a satchel filled with tokens of home, while he adjusted the straps of his pack.

“Are you afraid?” he asked.

She shook her head. “No. Are you?”

He chuckled. “A little.”

Days passed in a rhythm of trudging steps and whispered stories. She marveled at soaring eagles and winding rivers below, while he spoke of distant lands—golden temples, ancient forests, markets brimming with spices. At night, they traced constellations, writing their own story in the stars.

Then, one morning, they crested the final ridge. Below them stretched a vast valley, lush and untouched, shimmering with warmth and rich with the scent of an ancient world.

Her father placed a steady hand on her shoulder. “We have arrived.”

“What do you think is waiting for us?” she asked.

He smiled. “Only what we are brave enough to find.”

They took their first steps downward. Their journey had only just begun.

There and Back Again: Part Two

The valley stretched before them, shrouded in mist, the towering cliffs behind them now silent sentinels. Gnarled trees loomed on either side, their twisted branches reaching like skeletal fingers. The air was thick with whispers, rustling through the tangled undergrowth.

The girl clutched her father’s hand. “It feels... wrong.”

He squeezed gently. “Stay close. Fear is loud, but we don’t have to listen.”

Shapes stirred in the darkness, glowing eyes flickering between the trees. Strange calls echoed through the valley. The girl pressed against him. “Are they watching us?”

“Perhaps. But watching isn’t attacking.”

The path narrowed, tangled with vines and roots. A low growl rumbled nearby. She froze.

“You are brave,” he whispered, draping his cloak around her. “Fear does not own you.”

Something scurried past. She stifled a gasp. “What if we don’t make it?”

His smile was small but warm. “We will. Together.”

They pressed on, deeper into the valley, where the darkness breathed and the unknown lay waiting.

There and Back Again: Part Three

The trail twisted through the valley, the shadows thinning as they pressed forward. Then, as they rounded a bend, the mist began to lift. The girl gasped, gripping her father’s arm.

Before them, rising beyond the clouds, stood a city of light. Spires of crystal and gold pierced the heavens, towers shimmering as if woven from the sun itself. The air was filled with music—mighty chords echoing through the valley, a choir of voices vast and powerful, swelling like a tide.

The girl’s breath hitched. “It’s beautiful…”

Her father stood silent, awestruck. The mist curled away, revealing bridges arched over flowing rivers, terraces brimming with strange and vibrant flora. Domes of silver and glass reflected the sky, and banners in unknown symbols fluttered in the wind.

“Where are we?” she asked, eyes wide.

“A place beyond dreams,” he murmured. “And we are its guests.”

They stepped forward, the weight of their journey fading as the music carried them toward the unknown.

Written by me & ChatGPT

There and back again Part 1-3

TECHNO SESSION

I am a pianist and composer writing music for vocalists searching for a song, game- and film music. I compose pieces in all genres from  jazz, latin, fusion, prog-rock, electronic to classical and more. All my uploads are original compositions - written, performed & recorded by myself in my very basic home studio setup based on Studio One software and a Yamaha workstation.

Ben Shunlay is a composer and producer from Cologne, Germany, who creates epic and emotional music for various media projects. His music combines orchestral elements, piano, guitar, and electronic sounds to create immersive and captivating soundscapes. Ben Shunlay has been composing music since 2014 and has released several albums and singles, such as My Dear, To My Dearest, Forsaken, and more. His music has been featured on YouTube channels such as Epic Music VN, MusicFromTheFuture, and EpicMusicChannel. Ben Shunlay is inspired by artists such as Thomas Bergersen, Dexter Britain, and Florian Bur. He aims to express his feelings and emotions through his music and to touch the hearts of his listeners. If you are looking for music that will take you on a journey of wonder, beauty, and drama, then you should check out Ben Shunlay's Spotify profile⁴ and follow him for more updates.

Ben Shunlay has also been releasing new electronic music tracks on Spotify and Soundcloud, such as Waves above, Desire, and From another Sun. His music showcases his versatility and creativity as a composer and producer, blending different genres and influences to create unique and original sounds. Some of his best performing songs on Spotify are Walking Speed and A New Sunrise, which have received thousands of streams and positive feedback from his fans. You can listen to his latest releases on his Spotify profile or Soundcloud page.

In addition to SC - tracks available on 
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Composing using PC, Cubase Pro, Reason and various orchestral libraries among others. Focused mainly on orchestral, atmospheric, cinematic soundtrack style.

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