I composed this piece for a string trio with piano accompaniment, “The Day After” is a haunting piece about the absolute injustice of the war against Ukraine. Much of what is happening reminds me of my grandfather’s stories about the suffering he endured when his homeland Czechoslovakia was invaded during the Second World War.

It is beyond spiritual comprehension why the people of Ukraine have to endure this level of suffering because of one man’s agenda to subjugate Ukraine, tearing down its statehood.

I am a musician, I am not a fighter, this piece of music is my way of standing in solidarity with the Ukraine.

The Day After

From the heartfelt original composition À Milli by Anastasiya Ihnatovich, included in our Piano Whispers 01 compilation with arrangements by Bruno Sanfilippo, we now present À Milli Reworked, delicately reinvented with real strings by composer Felipe Lima. The piece now carries a cinematic, melancholic beauty. Each note unfolds with grace, inviting the listener on a peaceful and pastoral journey. With this release, we warmly welcome two new talents to the ad21 family: Anastasiya Ihnatovich, a neoclassical pianist from Minsk, Belarus, whose music speaks with honesty and emotion. Felipe Lima, a Brazilian composer focused on film, series, and visual storytelling, bringing deep sensitivity and atmosphere. A luminous collaboration that celebrates subtlety, emotion, and the power of reinterpretation. ad21

À Milli Reworked

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For Wintercosmos

ad21 present “Miranova”, the hauntingly beautiful new piano piece by Irish composer Mars Shanley. Blending stillness and emotion, this  meditative composition creates a melancholic yet serene atmosphere, a space of silence, memory, and gentle introspection. Miranova was born from a quiet return to the self, not a dramatic transformation, but a soft, steady awakening. Guided by ancestral strength and feminine grace, this is music for those who feel deeply, who move through grief, and rise not to resist, but to stand in truth.

Miranova

ad21 present 'Morfologías', an impressive new mini EP by Argentine pianist and composer Ariel Goitía. Written for piano and strings, these three cinematic pieces explore the subtle transformations of emotion through sound. From the depth of 'Máscara y Esencia', where a muted piano and warm cello lines create a delicate dialogue, to the immersive expressiveness of 'Espejos del Ser', driven by evocative phrasing and graceful violin textures, this work is a poetic journey through inner landscapes.  Listen in stillness.

Morfologías

Espejos del ser

Espejos del Ser

ad21 present 'Morfologías', an impressive new mini EP by Argentine pianist and composer Ariel Goitía. Written for piano and strings, these three cinematic pieces explore the subtle transformations of emotion through sound. From the depth of 'Máscara y Esencia', where a muted piano and warm cello lines create a delicate dialogue, to the immersive expressiveness of 'Espejos del Ser', driven by evocative phrasing and graceful violin textures, this work is a poetic journey through inner landscapes. Listen in stillness.

El Susurro de lo Latente

In 1998, pianist and composer Bruno Sanfilippo, along with his wife Ximena Contreras, established their own record label, ad21, as a haven for their creative expression. Since then, ad21 has released over 30 solo and collaborative albums in digital and physical formats, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of the neoclassical music scene.
In 2024, ad21 embarked on an ambitious new venture by opening its doors to pianists worldwide, broadening its platform and artistic outreach. Collaborating with Javier Guglielmi, ad21 aims to foster a record label specializing in neoclassical music, with a particular focus on solo piano performances.
Their vision for ad21 is to create a nurturing environment where artists can discover a supportive community and access the resources necessary to maximize their musical potential. 

Stay tuned for upcoming big news. Demos are welcome.

Wesley Hlava is a guitarist, composer, and music educator working across classical and contemporary instrumental music. His style is rooted in classical guitar and shaped by Spanish and global influences.

Alongside performance and original compositions, he works in music education and audio production, including recording, mixing, and editing.

wesleyhlava.com

a.k.a kurogarnet / 黑金 | BNT(@bokuterror) Amateur Composer

New tracks tagged #Piano&amp;Strings

New tracks tagged #Piano&Strings