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Introduction of Neoclassical Music
Neoclassical music is a style of classical music that is characterized by its use of traditional forms and styles, as well as a focus on structure and balance. It is often seen as a reaction against the romantic style of music, which was characterized by emotion and passion, and was influenced by the ideas of the Enlightenment, which valued reason and classical learning.
Some of the key features of neoclassical music include the use of traditional forms such as sonata form, the use of clear and concise melodies, and the incorporation of elements of folk music and popular music. Neoclassical music also often featured a return to tonality, which is the use of a specific key or tonal center in a piece of music.
The neoclassical style has had a lasting influence on classical music, and it continues to be an important part of the classical repertoire
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Recent Neoclassical Interviews
Federico Ferrandina Interview on Nagamag
Federico Ferrandina
Interview
Nagamag:
Which are the genres that describe your music style better?
Federico Ferrandina:
Neoclassical, Electronic, Experimental. I call my own genre Hyperclassical, which is a blend of classical tradition, XXth century music and contemporary sound design elements and techniques
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Federico Ferrandina:
I was born in a family of classical musicians, that heritage seemed destined to pair my hunger for diverse musical galaxies with non-musical disciplines like literature, modern dance and sociology. This wide constellation shaped my unique and yet multi-layered grammar of sound, where classical instruments are surrounded by a contemporary arsenal of synthesizers, drones and drum machines with the light touch of contrapuntal writing and tridimensional harmonies. I teamed up with artists of all kinds (world music stars Yasmin Levy and Omar Faruk Tekbilek, pop artist Michele Bravi, rock collective Playing For Change, jazz big bands, Grammy winner producers, choreographers and filmmakers). My production gained attention in the entertainment industry, and many of my works are currently part of some of the major movies and tv shows soundtracks, such as the multi-Oscar winner Dallas Buyers Club or renown tv show The Big Bang Theory.
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Federico Ferrandina:
Even if I was already able to play some piano music, when I was 10 years old I listened for the first time to Yesterday by the Beatles, and that was the deepest feeling I ever experienced in my life, it really touched me. That’s when I understood how a musical emotion could change you.
Nagamag:
What are you currently working on?
Federico Ferrandina:
Some film music: an American mystery/fantasy drama and a Canadian animation movie. I’m also preparing some music for 2023 to complete my Hypermetropia project, Defence will be part of an album with that title.
Nagamag:
Many artists listen to genres that they are not producing music for. Which track is your favorite that is NOT similar to yours?
Federico Ferrandina:
070 Shake Body
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which is the track from a similar artist you admire?
Federico Ferrandina:
Deru The Way Through The Forest
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Gifts From Crows Interview on Nagamag
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Nagamag:
Which are the genres that describe your music style better?
Gifts From Crows:
I like to think of my music as classical music for a post-rock audience. Neoclassical is probably the best genre though as it includes a lot of artists, like me, that use classical instrumentation but are not quite classical in the true sense of the word. Neoclassical is a broad church and easily encompasses artists that weave electronics in with the more traditional orchestral instruments.
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Gifts From Crows:
Since I was a teenager I have been passionate about composing and performing music and have been involved in many post-rock / electronic bands and studio projects. Whilst I played guitar and synth during those years, my first love was always the piano and Gifts From Crows really feels like coming home.
Writing orchestral arrangements is a relatively new undertaking for me but one that feels very natural and intuitive. Hearing my music performed by the Northern Film Orchestra for the first time was an incredible experience and I have carried the learnings from that into the new album, 'Stories in Slow Light' which features a lot of live performance mixed in with the samples and the piano.
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Gifts From Crows:
I grew up near and went to school in Macclesfield in the north of England - home to one of the greatest bands of the post-punk era - Joy Division. I can still remember taking home their album, 'Closer' and playing it for the first time. I had shivers running down my spine listening to that music and it still affects me the same way today. That was when I truly understood how powerful music could be and also when I realised that I wanted to try and produce something that gave other people the same feeling. Whilst you never feel that you even get close to those levels, there is always the hope that the next piece of music will be transformational.
Nagamag:
What was the inspiration for the new album, Stories in Slow Light
Gifts From Crows:
Each piece was inspired by a different photograph by artist Helena Whitten. I found that by sitting at the piano with one of Helena’s photos placed where the sheet music would normally rest, I could literally write music to accompany the scene in front of me, as if the score were hidden inside the image.
I find Helena’s photos incredibly emotive. They are simultaneously timeless but also contemporary and speak to so many of the challenges that humanity is facing today – the fragility of the planet, the transience of life, loneliness and mental health. It is all there and these are also the themes that I explore in my music.
Nagamag:
How did the video for The Empty Mirror come about?
Gifts From Crows:
The song was inspired by a photograph taken by Helena Whitten at Poltimore House in Devon which depicts a solitary figure in front of an oval frame where a mirror used to be.
The track evokes the memory of our ancestors and imagines all the living souls who have passed in front of the now long gone mirror. The protagonist appears to be channelling these spirits out of the ancient walls of the house, at times contorted by the energy flowing through her and then flowing with serenity.
The video for was shot on location at Poltimore House but this time dancer and choreographer Kristine Berget reprises Helena’s role from the photograph and we follow her as she moves around the rooms and hallways of the crumbling mansion.
We worked with Kristine before on the video for 'Without Beauty' and so I knew her choreography was good but her performance on The Empty Mirror was extraordinary and the film directed by Corey Rid really brings the whole work to life.
Nagamag:
Many artists listen to genres that they are not producing music for. Which track is your favorite that is NOT similar to yours?
Gifts From Crows:
Joy Division "Love Will Tear Us Apart"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which is the track from a similar artist you admire?
Gifts From Crows:
Wim Mertens "Struggle For Pleasure"
Neoclassical Features
Les Ténèbres – Lorenz Dunkel
“Плавные переходы пиано, словно морские волны, несут вас в безбрежный океан звуков, где время замирает, уступая место лишь мгновениям, наполненным тихой созерцательностью. Каждая нота, будто частица этого волшебного мира, сливается в гармоничное целое, создавая атмосферу, которая окутывает тебя, словно теплое одеяло.”
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“Smooth piano transitions, like sea waves, carry you into a vast ocean of sounds, where time stands still, giving way only to moments filled with quiet contemplation. Each note, like a particle of this magical world, merges into a harmonious whole, creating an atmosphere that envelops you like a warm blanket.”
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“As transições suaves do piano, como as ondas do mar, transportam-no para um vasto oceano de sons, onde o tempo pára, dando lugar apenas a momentos repletos de contemplação tranquila. Cada nota, como uma partícula deste mundo mágico, funde-se num todo harmonioso, criando uma atmosfera que o envolve como um cobertor quente.”
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The original review of “Lorenz Dunkel – Les Ténèbres” is written in the native language that is spoken by the dedicated, for this song, Nagamag’s Neoclassical reviewer and followed by two translations*, of which the one depends from the country of origin of the artist “Lorenz Dunkel” (Brazil) and the other one is translated to a different language than original review and the country of origin of the artist.
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Nagamag unveils the mesmerizing composition “Les Ténèbres”, an extraordinary creation of harmony and creativity that “Lorenz Dunkel” offered to all of us. A Neoclassical song, which evoked an emotional voyage to our curator that desired to write down a unique review for “Lorenz Dunkel – Les Ténèbres”. What also sets this song among the featured choices of Nagamag is the way that “Les Ténèbres” is enriched with Piano characteristics. “Lorenz Dunkel – Les Ténèbres” is a rich music creation that deserves to be listened to again and again. Nagamag is honored to share this detailed music review by one of our experienced reviewers for Neoclassical music compositions. As always, Nagamag keeps up evaluating Neoclassical songs from across the globe, ensuring that all Neoclassical enthusiasts around the world have access to these auditory treasures .
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In this opus, the listener becomes the wanderer, treading a path where every step is fraught with the echo of ancient sorrows and the specter of impending doom. It is a haunting reflection, a somber meditation on the inevitable passage into realms shrouded in mystery and dread. “Les Ténèbres” is not merely a piece of music; it is an invocation, a requiem for the soul’s final voyage into the uncharted and the eternal.
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Gift – Tanner Christian Gesek
“Η υπέροχη μελωδία χτυπά σαν φτερούγισμα στο στήθος και ισορροπεί απίστευτα τις σκέψεις μου. Ρομαντικά και χαρούμενα αγγίγματα ανοίγουν το μουσικό κουτί του μυαλού μου. Το ονειρεμένο ταξίδι του ρυθμού γεμίζει με αισιοδοξία την ψυχή μου. Αναμφισβήτητα τώρα νιώθω πως όλα θα πάνε καλά και τίποτα δεν μπορεί να το αλλάξει αυτό.”
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“The wonderful melody hits like a flutter in the chest and balances my thoughts incredibly. Romantic and joyful touches open the music box of my mind. The dreamy journey of rhythm fills my soul with optimism. Undoubtedly now I feel that everything will be fine and nothing can change that.”
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“La maravillosa melodía golpea como un aleteo en el pecho y equilibra increíblemente mis pensamientos. Toques románticos y alegres abren la caja de música de mi mente. El viaje onírico del ritmo me llena el alma de optimismo. Sin duda ahora siento que todo estará bien y nada podrá cambiar eso.”
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The original review of “Tanner Christian Gesek – Gift” is written in the native language that is spoken by the dedicated, for this song, Nagamag’s Neoclassical reviewer and followed by two translations*, of which the one depends from the country of origin of the artist “Tanner Christian Gesek” (United States) and the other one is translated to a different language than original review and the country of origin of the artist.
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Nagamag unveils the mesmerizing composition “Gift”, an extraordinary creation of harmony and creativity that “Tanner Christian Gesek” offered to all of us. A Neoclassical song, which evoked an emotional voyage to our curator that desired to write down a unique review for “Tanner Christian Gesek – Gift”. What also sets this song among the featured choices of Nagamag is the way that “Gift” is enriched with Piano characteristics. “Tanner Christian Gesek – Gift” is a rich music creation that deserves to be listened to again and again. Nagamag is honored to share this detailed music review by one of our experienced reviewers for Neoclassical music compositions. As always, Nagamag keeps up evaluating Neoclassical songs from across the globe, ensuring that all Neoclassical enthusiasts around the world have access to these auditory treasures .
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Les Ténèbres – Lorenz Dunkel
Плавные переходы пиано, словно морские волны, несут вас в безбрежный океан звуков, где время замирает, уступая место лишь мгн... >>> Read full review & listen to the song on Nagamag #piano #nagamag #musicmagazine #musicreview #review
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Difference between Classical and Neoclassical Music
Classical music refers to a broad range of music written in the classical tradition, which encompasses a wide range of styles and forms. It is generally characterized by its formal structure and its use of traditional instruments and ensemble configurations.
Neoclassicism is a style of music that refers to the revival and use of classical forms and styles in music, particularly in the 18th and early 19th centuries. It is characterized by its use of clear, concise forms and a focus on structure and balance. Neoclassicism was a reaction against the romantic style of music, which was characterized by emotion and passion, and was influenced by the ideas of the Enlightenment, which valued reason and classical learning.
Some of the key differences between classical and neoclassical music include:
Time period: Classical music refers to music written during the classical period (1730-1820), while neoclassicism refers to music written after the classical period that incorporates elements of classical forms and styles.
Emphasis on structure: Classical music is known for its formal structure and the use of traditional forms such as the sonata and the symphony. Neoclassical music also places a strong emphasis on structure, but may also incorporate elements of popular music and folk music.
Emphasis on emotion: Classical music is often more reserved and formal in its emotional expression, while neoclassicism tends to be more emotional and expressive.
Use of tonality: Both classical and neoclassical music use tonality, but neoclassicism often incorporates a wider range of tonal structures and may experiment with atonality.
Use of traditional instruments: Both classical and neoclassical music use traditional classical instruments such as strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. However, neoclassicism may also incorporate elements of popular music and folk music, and may use a wider range of instruments.
Overall, the main difference between classical and neoclassical music is the time period in which the music was written, and the specific techniques and styles used by the composer. Classical music is generally more formal and reserved in its expression, while neoclassicism tends to be more expressive and may incorporate elements of popular music and folk music.
The most used instruments in Neoclassical Music
In neoclassical music, the most common instruments used are those found in the classical orchestra, including:
Strings: Violin, viola, cello, double bass
Woodwinds: Flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon
Brass: Trumpet, French horn, trombone, tuba
Percussion: Timpani, snare drum, bass drum, cymbals, xylophone, marimba, triangle
Keyboard: Piano, harpsichord
These instruments are often used to create a wide range of textures and sounds, and are featured in many different types of classical music, including neoclassical music. In addition to these instruments, many composers also incorporate elements of popular music and folk music into their compositions, and may use a variety of other instruments such as guitars, bass, drums, and synthesizers.
It’s also worth noting that many composers and performers of neoclassical music are skilled in a variety of different instruments, and may switch between different instruments in order to achieve the desired sound and texture.
Vocals are sometimes used in neoclassical music, although they are not as common as instrumental music. When vocals are used in neoclassical music, they are typically performed by trained classical singers who have the ability to sing with precise pitch and control.
One common use of vocals in neoclassical music is in operatic compositions, where singers perform arias and recitatives in a style that is similar to traditional opera. Neoclassical opera is a subgenre of classical music that combines elements of traditional opera with elements of neoclassicism, and often incorporates elements of popular music and folk music.
In addition to operatic vocals, vocals may also be used in other forms of neoclassical music, such as choral music or vocal chamber music. Some composers may also incorporate elements of popular music or folk music into their compositions, and may use vocals in a more modern or experimental style.
It’s worth noting that the use of vocals in neoclassical music is highly dependent on the individual composer and the specific piece of music, and not all neoclassical compositions will feature vocals.