Poster A plane flies past the moon at sunset on March 3, 2015, in London.
A plane flies past the moon at sunset on March 3, 2015 in London, England.
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Lunar Reflections: A Classical Journey Through the Phases of the Moon

Lunar Reflections: A Classical Journey Through the Phases of the Moon

Join host Melanie Renate for Lunar Reflections, a program that offers a unique blend of classical music and mindfulness, designed to engage listeners in a deeply immersive musical experience. Each lunar phase is paired with evocative classical works, which help guide listeners through moments of introspection, creativity and renewal. With a rich narrative and a thoughtfully curated soundtrack, this program offers a fresh way to connect with music, nature and emotional wellness. Listen now!

Playlist

Ola Gjeilo: New Moon – Ola Gjeilo, piano

Gabríel Ólafs: Fantasia – Steiney Sigurdardottir, cello; Gabriel Olafs, piano

Arvo Pärt (arr. Kasia Kadłubowska): Fratres – Kasia Kadłubowska, percussion; Dominik Bukowski, vibraphone; Steffen Dix, electronics

Max Richter (arr. Geoff Lawson): On the Nature of Daylight – Voces8

Leopold Godowsky: Borobudur in Moonlight – Carl Petersson, piano

Ludovico Einaudi: Full Moon – Milos Karadaglic, guitar

Ren Guang: Silver Clouds Chasing the Moon – Lydia Maria Bader, piano

Galina Grigorjeva: Nature Morte: The Butterfly – Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir; Paul Hillier, conductor

Dobrinka Tabakova: Nocturne (arranged for violin and piano) – Mari Samuelsen, violin; Julien Quentin, piano

Douwe Eisenga: For Mattia – Lauren Scott, harp

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