U.K. pianist and composer Alexis Ffrench adds the album Dreamland to his already extensive discography, which consists mainly of works for solo piano, or for piano with string accompaniment. Although at first glance, the album can be described as neo-classical, a romantic spirit reigns within some of the tracks. The melodies are deeply emotional and lyrical, often supported by the special expressiveness of a cello’s timbre. What strikes us most as we listen to the songs is the sense of optimism that seems to guide the notes played by the pianist. This album is full of hope, as witnessed by the piece “One”, in which Ffrench integrates a choir singing in a gospel style. Other pieces for solo piano are more sober: “Wishing”, among others, consists of a sweet melody doubled by an accompaniment without embellishments. This is in perfect harmony with the composer’s desire to democratize classical music and make it accessible. A rethought and very rhythmic version of the renowned “Für Elise” also adds a small dancing note to this album with varied styles. Dreamland is a little bit of sweetness that brings warmth and a good mood.
Latest 360 Content
Album review expérimental / contemporain/Experimental / Contemporary/Rock 2024
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum – Of The Last Human Being
By Laurent Bellemare
Album review Experimental / Contemporary/expérimental / contemporain/noise 2024
Uboa – Impossible Light
By Laurent Bellemare
Album review expérimental / contemporain/Classical/classique 2024
Quatuor Bozzini/JunctQin – a root or mirror, blossom, madder, cracks; together
By Frédéric Cardin
Concert review
Martyr at FME – Perpetual Death Metal Healing (Infinite Pain)
By Stephan Boissonneault
Album review Soul/R&B/Jazz 2024
Louis Cole, Metropol Orkest & Jules Buckley – Nothing
By Michel Labrecque
Concert review
Erik Fines at FME – Smooth as Tennessee Whiskey but sweet as Canadian Brandy
By Stephan Boissonneault
Concert review classique
Fête de la musique de Tremblant 2024 | The Stars of the Conservatoire shine in the cold
By Frédéric Cardin
Concert review Classical/classique
Fête de la musique de Tremblant 2024 | Mélisande McNabney and the women of Versailles
By Frédéric Cardin
Concert review Caribbean/Soul/R&B/Hip Hop/Reggae
Fête de la musique de Tremblant 2024 | Waahli, Music and Stage master
By Frédéric Cardin
Concert review classique/latino
Fête de la musique de Tremblant 2024 | Piazzolla told in words and music
By Frédéric Cardin
Concert review Jazz