Album Review: Chris Lastovicka’s Fortune Has Turned (Remixed)

Originally released in 2005, Chris Lastovicka’s classical album Fortune Has Turned now has a new and improved version coming out in April via Ahari Press.  The compositions for piano, strings, horn, and voice offer listeners a stark, emotional journey into the human psyche. Says Lastovicka of the quest to remix and remaster, “When I was thinking about who… Continue reading Album Review: Chris Lastovicka’s Fortune Has Turned (Remixed)

Baldwin’s Choice: Arvo Pärt

Sometimes the best music is the kind that transcends its composer. I’m not talking about some prog rocker’s ridiculous concept album about worshiping leaves, or some self-important indie rocker making the end of a relationship with his girlfriend into a pseudo-intellectual lecture on depression. I’m talking about musical notes that are written, organized and played… Continue reading Baldwin’s Choice: Arvo Pärt