The fact that he’s really enjoying playing makes him even more special. What a gift from God! (Video courtesy of Evan Le Music) …

‘Hora Staccato’ is a very challenging piece on the violin, and the fact that he can hit all the high notes and keep up with the tempo is truly impressive! (Video courtesy of Kuchibue Soncho) …

Classical music was born in the halls of churches and monasteries. At its heart lies divine inspiration. It’s a gift given to humankind for devotion, enjoyment, and discipline. It’s one of those precious aspects of our culture that allows us to stay connected to our maker. The composers of old knew this. Many of them,…

Title: Journey Home Composer: Shirleen Xu Orchestration: Shirleen Xu Arrangement: Shirleen Xu Mixing: Eve Liang A warm and comforting piece about arriving home after a long journey. The soft harp ostinato wraps around the soothing melodies of the string and woodwinds to induce a relaxing atmosphere. ​​© 2022 Atlantic Studios Inc. All rights reserved. –…

Title: Seascape Composer: Shirleen Xu Orchestration: Shirleen Xu Arrangement: Shirleen Xu Mixing: Igor Jankovski This piece captures the image of the sea—with sand shimmering along the seashore, waves crashing into the rocks, and wind whistling as it blows across the sea. © 2022 Atlantic Studios Inc. All rights reserved. – * Click the “Save” button…

Join us on a “Solemn Journey,” wake up from “Dreamscape,” follow the footstep of the “Little Caribou,” travel through the “Mystical Woods,” bathe in the “Eastern Wind,” listen to the “Forest Song,” and eventually reach the “Kingdom of Forgotten Memories.” This compilation features original compositions by Shirleen Xu.   Title: Fantasy Music Composer: Shirleen Xu…

We are delighted to share with you Piano Talks’ special episode featuring major Russian-born pianist and conductor Vladimir Feltsman. Feltsman debuted with the Moscow Philharmonic at the age of 11 and attracted attention from the West at an early age as a prodigious talent. In 1979, because of his growing discontent with the restrictions on artistic freedom…

We are delighted to share with you Piano Talks’ special episode featuring major Russian-born pianist and conductor Vladimir Feltsman. Feltsman debuted with the Moscow Philharmonic at the age of 11 and attracted attention from the West at an early age as a prodigious talent. In 1979, because of his growing discontent with the restrictions on artistic freedom…

Title: Liebestraum No. 3 S. 541 Composer: Franz Liszt Pianist: Enrico Sieber On the occasion of the birthday of Franz Liszt, who was born exactly 210 years ago today, I am pleased to be able to play one of his most famous pieces, Liebestraum No. 3, at the Lisztzentrum in Raiding, which is named after…

Title: Il Ritorno Composer: Anahita Pasdar Pianist: Anahita Pasdar “Il Ritorno” is about “The Return” of sentient beings. When I composed the piece, I imagined many living beings descending from heaven, living their life on earth, and eventually going back to where they once came from. © 2022 Atlantic Studios Inc. All rights reserved. –…