Piano Girl is a piano recital-meets-cabaret show exploration of my relationship with music and artistic inspiration from ages 17-21. The album features works by Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and Beethoven, interspersed with original songs.

Piano Girl: A Musical Memoir

Dramatic Classical and Classical Bangers

Classic

Classical Music Favorites

Classical Music for the Soul

Classical/Orchestral Music

Classical Mix

05~ Abdelazer Rondeau (Excerpt) - Henry Purcell

Antonín Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178 "From the New World"

Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178 "From the New World": III. Scherzo. Molto vivace

Jason Chiu performs Chopin's Ballade No. 3 on the Hamburg Steinway at Spicemix. Recorded by Peter Jensen.

UPDATE: These recordings have been awarded third place in the 2014 American Prize in Solo Piano, Professional Division. Congratulations Jason!

Frédéric Chopin: Ballade No. 3 in A-flat major, Op. 47. Jason Chiu, Piano

BO "Midnight In Paris"
Composé Par Jacques Offenbach
Interprété Par The Czech National Symphony Orchestra 
Réalisé Par Woody Allen

Midnight In Paris (Music From The Motion Picture)

Can-Can From "Orpheus In The Underworld"

Kneeling Before Giants

Swan Lake (Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky)

Flight of the Bumblebee (Nikolai Rimsky - Korsakov)

William Tell Overture (Gioachino Rossini)

wanted to remake one of my old piano joints, nothing complete but heres a quick snip.

do the sounds sound familiar?

Erik Satie - Gymnopédies No. 1 (Kaivaan version)

Excerpt of music composed by Gustav Holst.
Synthestration produced by Filipe Leitão.
www.filipeleitao.com

Synthestration is the art of arranging music in MIDI for playback by computers triggering samplers, in order to emulate an orchestral recording.

[MIDI mockup] Gustav Holst: The Planets, Op. 32: IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity

Piano Girl

She Loves To Sing

The Path That Leads To Nowhere

Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 2 in C Major: Allegro (Sergei Rachmaninoff)

Ballade No. 3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 47 (Frédéric Chopin)

Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 4 in B Minor: Allegro assai (Sergei Rachmaninoff)

AYRE “... a song-like vocal or instrumental composition."
And with that, The Oxford Dictionary of Music, has easily summed up the
wide selection of music found on David Lanz and Kristin Amarie's latest
masterwork, AYRES.
Herein you will find, intimate vocal and solo piano performances along side
sweeping orchestral arrangements in support of vocals, choir and several
instrumentals centered around the piano and cello.
Award-winnning soprano, Kristin Amarie, and Grammy Nominated pianist,
David Lanz, are beautifully supported by Emmy winning arranger and
composer, Kurt Bestor, conducting The Utah Film Orchestra.
Danish classical guitarist, Lars Hannibal and American Game Of Thrones
cellist, Cameron Stone, are among those who offer their masterful musical
gifts in enhancement of these works.
Bach's classic Air on the G string, is reborn within an engaging Amarie vocal
in this contemporary orchestral rendition. AIR features very special quest,
original Procol Harum organist and composer of A WHITER SHADE OF
PALE, Matthew Fisher.
PADRE NOSTRO (The Lord's Prayer), and GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO, two
ancient prayers are performed here in Italian. Of note, the UK's premiere
singing group, Apollo Five, join Kristin Amarie and American tenor, Dallyn Vail
Bayles, and together they elevate GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO, in heavenly
fashion. A third prayer from AYRES, the classic, AVE MARIE, is performed in
it’s classic Latin text, supported by Libera's English boy star treble, Luca
Brugnoli. All three hymns retain their original texts, but have been
recomposed by Lanz and Amarie and cast in new musical settings.
AYRES also features newly composed vocal and instrumental music, written
and arranged for piano, cello, classical guitar and orchestra. All are given a
modern Classical Crossover treatment. In particular, DEMAIN DES L'AUBES
(Tomorrow at Dawn). A hauntingly beautiful piece, composed around Victor
Hugo's poem about the tragic death of his daughter, Léopoldine. Sung in
French by Kristin and supported with piano and chamber orchestra.
Over the last decade, Kristin Amarie and David Lanz, have forged a musical
union that is truly inspired. Performing, composing and producing in
collaborative and solo recordings, this musical power couple has amassed an
impressive body of work.
And now with AYRES, their latest collaboration, they are once again hitting
new heights! Here is a rich and beautifully conceived album. An album who's
spirit invites the listener to immerse themselves in a very personal and soul
soothing musical experience.
CREDITS
All music produced by Lanz/Amarie/Bestor except * produced by Lanz/
Amarie
1,2,3,5,7,9
Utah Film Orchestra arranged and conducted by Kurt Bestor
Orchestral Engineer - Michael Greene
Funk Studios, Salt Lake City, Utah
Piano and vocals recorded by Nicolas Ntimas
Lanz Home Studios, Pafos, Cyprus
Mixing Engineer - Don Murray
Los Angels, California
1,2,5,7,9,10
Mixing Engineer - NN Music Production, Nicosia, Cyprus
3,4,6,8,11,12
Mastered by - NN Music Production, Nicosia, Cyprus.

AYRES

BEAUTIFUL ONE

Written in 1936 by Samuel Barber, this haunting piece was used in the 1986 film 'Platoon'

Adagio for Strings, Op. 11 - Samuel Barber

Francesco Paolo Tosti - Ideale

Le cygne, or The Swan, is the 13th and penultimate movement of The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns. 

Arranged for a Cello and Harp. 

The piece is in 6/4 time, with a key signature of G major and a tempo marking andantino grazioso. The slow cello melody is accompanied by almost constant broken chord figurations on the pianos. When performed as a separate movement, not in the context of The Carnival, The Swan is frequently played with accompaniment on only one piano.

This is the only movement from The Carnival of the Animals that the composer allowed to be played in public during his lifetime. He thought the remaining movements were too frivolous and would damage his reputation as a serious composer.

Le Cygne (The Swan) by  Camille Saint-Saëns.

Ludwig van Beethoven "Für Elise" Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor 

Beethoven "Für Elise" Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor

Claude Debussy - Suite Bergamasque, L 75- III. Clair De Lune (Moonlight)

A contemporary version Erik Satie's timeless Gymnopédie No.1 - Brought to you by Remixdj.

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Erik Satie Album
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7540311

Best of Satie Playlist
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Erik Satie The Essential Collection

Gymnopédie

🎥 VIDEO

Gymnopédie No.1 - Satie

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

Tamara Brooks conducts the New England Conservatory Chorus and Orchestra in a performance of Verdi's Requiem that The Boston Globe called "an unusually searching, indeed, sublime, spiritual experience." Recorded live March 5, 1992 in NEC's Jordan Hall, Boston.
For more information: http://necmusic.edu/tamara-brooks-1941-2012

Giuseppe Verdi - Messa di Requiem- Dies Irae

Air on the G string, BWV 1068, Johann Sebastian Bach

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Piano Chillout: 15 Relaxing Classical Pieces

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Suite Bergamasque, L. 75: III. Clair de lune (Claude Debussy)

Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46, In the Hall of the Mountain King (I Dovregubbens hall) 
Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)

Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra 
Ara Sarkissian, Conductor
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015
Corson Auditorium

Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46, In the Hall of the Mountain King (I Dovregubbens hall) — Edvard Grieg

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“It is only when we become aware or are reminded that our time is limited that we can channel our energy into truly living” - Ludovico Einaudi

In A Time Lapse is the representation of the bringing together all of life’s experience and emotions into a single moment of time. Recorded in a remote monastery near Verona and written over a period of 2 years it is as Epic and emotional as Divenire and as experimental and adventurous as Nightbook

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Experience

Greensleeves (arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams)

Writer, composer, pianist, singer. Creator of The White Rose, a new musical.

Études-Tableaux, Op. 33: No. 2 in C Major: Allegro (Sergei Rachmaninoff)

Jennifer Rosenfeld