Musician Robert McGinty presents his debut album “Chanson à La Lune” which weaves classical and baroque and neo-classical elements into symphonic masterpieces featuring modern attributes. The Manchester-based musician managed every step of the composition process including performance and arrangement of his complete work to achieve profound musical depth across this standout album of contemporary classical music.
“The Awakening” delivers an enchanting opening to the album that introduces listeners to McGinty’s intricate musical instrumentation. The strings perform a boisterous dance that matches the lavish elegance of an 18th-century ballroom throughout the movements which glide with smooth grace. The energy reaches its peak in “Western Gavotte” as it advances beyond its first minute to create intense dramatic movements.
“The Stormy Sea Voyage to the Hebrides” superbly portrays maritime adventure through the violin’s stormy waves which attack the ship’s bow and with each resonant percussion hitting the theme presses the adventure forward. In this composition the strings recreate the sensation of rogued waters while mimicking wind currents between the ship sails.
Regardless of any other songs in the album “Chanson à La Lune” stands as the album’s defining masterpiece because of its ability to make a direct connection with the inner self. The composition opens with lightweight introductory strings which create a mood similar to night dreaming as if conversing with the moon under the cover of darkness. Intimate feelings emanate from the music because the plucked string instruments meet up with grand orchestral melodies.
The fourteen tracks of this musical collection showcase McGinty’s ability to harmonize classical elements with new creative approaches. Listeners can experience an effortless time travel experience through his compositions containing Spanish guitar and grand piano while listening to lush orchestral arrangements.
This album functions beyond its musical content because it creates an immersive musical experience. This album represents a romantic tribute to classical music that demonstrates how symphonic music remains eternal even in our contemporary world.
