#1 iTunes Classical Album (US).

Steinway artist, Chad Lawson, decided Chopin needed a new introduction. Along with violinist Judy Kang (Lady Gaga, Ryuichi Sakamoto) and cellist Rubin Kodheli (Kanye West, Norah Jones), Lawson has arranged ten Chopin works into a minimalist landscape.

It's a risk editing the "poet of the piano" but one that Chopin would be proud of.

Taking 10 Chopin works, Lawson decided to scale the works down to a minimalist setting. "I knew even if bare-bones, Chopin's works could still be as spellbinding as the original compositions we are so familiar with." says the pianist.

Produced by Chad Lawson & Alejandro Clavijo. Mixed by Stephen Lee Price. Mastered by Michael Graves of Osiris Studios (Atlanta, GA).

Chopin Waltz in A Minor-Op. 34, No. 2 (Variation Arr. for Piano, Vioin and Cello) - Chad Lawson

Piece #2 in my Short Vignette Series.  

©2015 Chad Lawson

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A Painted Beauty (unreleased short)- Chad Lawson

"How many crossroads are you allowed to have in life? I seem to have a lot of crossroads. I think maybe I crossed back across the same road too often." -- Queen Latifah

When I was younger, I imagined life would present a few major, yet basic crossroads. Of course, there have been many crossroads encountered since then…Life is filled with countless decisions and changes.  Some crossroads are obvious; others, not so much, and this can produce some significant stress until a choice has been made. Even after making a decision, doubt can linger: Was it the right path? Of course, only time will tell, but all crossroads, taken or missed, can still provide us with valuable life lessons and personal growth. 

This composition offers a glimpse into the crossroads we encounter in our lives, and the inner turmoil that may accompany the decision-making process.  As the piece nears the end, a very subtle change signals a decision and movement toward resolution.

Crossroads

“Never underestimate the power you have to take your life in a new direction.” ― Germany Kent

A little piano improvisation dedicated to family, friends, and others who have had to start again and have shown great faith, courage and resolve in doing   so. A companion piece to "Crossroads."

Starting Again

"In the quiet hush of a gentle morning, the world awakens, and with it, a sense of peace and possibility." - Unknown

A Gentle Morning

Kintsugi is an art form that embodies the philosophy of wabi-sabi which values the beauty of imperfection and transience. Kintsugi also serves as a metaphor for embracing our flaws and imperfections in life seeing them as a source of strength and beauty and finding resilience in the face of adversity. 

Kintsugi

“Sweet friendships refresh the soul and awaken our hearts with joy…” Proverbs 27:9 (TPT version)

"May good and faithful friends be yours wherever you may roam." - Irish Proverb

In addition to my family, the greatest riches in life are my circle of close, faithful friends.  Some of these friends are a part of my daily life; others are friends that I may not see very often but when I do, it’s like we’ve never been apart.  

Friends make life sweeter and also help cushion the blows when life gets hard. Thinking today about the strength, joy, and inspiration that comes from all cherished, faithful friends, and grateful for them all.

Faithful Friends

"Above all birds, the hummingbird gives me the feeling of the mystery and the wonder of life." - Gladys Taber

A short improvisation inspired by our first visiting hummingbird of the season. ☺️

The Hummingbird

From 2013 album 'Music For Weather Elements'
Ezio Bosso's official website: http://www.eziobosso.com/

Ezio Bosso - Thunders and Lightnings

Esperanza 

Song written, recorded and arranged by Xenti Runceanu and performed by Amadeus Electric Quartet:

Patricia Cimpoiașu - cello
Laura Lăzărescu - piano
Andreea Runceanu - violin
Bianca Gavrilescu - violin

Esperanza - Amadeus Electric Quartet

“A painter paints pictures on canvas but musicians paint their pictures on silence.” -  Leopold Stokowski

A member of Cellar Door which you can find here: https://soundcloud.com/cdoor

"The most powerful and magical language is music. The reason for this is that music is the original language. Music is not ornamented poetry, and poetry is not ornamented prose. Poetry is fallen music, and prose is fallen poetry. Prose is not the original language; it is poetry made practical. Even poetry is not the original language; it is music made speakable, it is the words of music separated from their music. In the beginning was music." (Peter Kreeft, Philosophy of Tolkien)

Steinway Artist & composer
#1 Billboard Classical

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Official composer for Lore Podcast/TV, his music has been licensed by The Walking Dead, IBM, Microsoft, The Vampire Diaries, Asprey, Mulberry of London, USB Financial, Crossfit Games, MTV and much more.

Modern Classical & Instrumental
A little beauty for your day

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Background art by Ferdinand Ladera
http://ferdinandladera.deviantart.com/art/Mt-Saimour-371606034

Amadeus is a classical crossover musical group.  They released five record albums with a major label in Romania and touring around the world.

All four artists – Andreea Runceanu (violin), Bianca Gavrilescu (violin), Patricia Cimpoiasu (cello) and Laura Lazarescu (piano) – are professional musicians, instrumentalists and also singers. They studied music at the National University of Music in Bucharest, Romania, with great achievements in classical music performing.
Their mission has always been bringing the youth close to classical music, inspiring them to start learning how to play an instrument. In all these years, Amadeus never stopped bringing people of all backgrounds closer to the joys and wonders of classical music.

Amadeus has played on four continents so far. Their music is greatly appreciated both in Europe, where France, Spain, Italy, and the U.K. are usual stops for the group, as well as in South America or Asia, where they have been repeatedly invited to perform.

Amadeus’ social media has heavy fanbases in Europe, the U.S., and South America. Among its followers the group has many instrument players from around the world. The four members of Amadeus are constantly sharing ideas with them, thus becoming trend launchers in their music style. Their most dynamic social media platform is their YouTube channel, gathering over 120 M views and 440 K subscribers.

They are playing on #yamaha electric instruments.

Welcome to my SoundCloud page.  It serves as a jar of sorts, to catch the musical ideas flying around in my head!  My hope is that you find something to listen to that offers encouragement and refreshes your soul.

All music is original with a few exceptions (such as new arrangements of old Christmas songs, etc.).  All music has been written and performed with absolutely no AI-assistance.  I primarily perform and record on the Yamaha MODX8, with an occasional recording on my older Yamaha Clavinova.  You will also find collaborative works on my page, featuring some other amazing musicians on SoundCloud.

It is a joy to share my music with you, and I hope you enjoy listening!

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