RECORDINGS
Cover curated by Mirlea Saks, photo by Meghan Habibzai (2023)
“Spring in Winter” by Meghan Habibzai
My second instrumental composition for piano, violin, and cello. The recording features Marco Cremaschini, piano, Ayran Nicodemo, violin, and Joe Zeitlin, cello.
This song evokes the stillness of winter being interrupted by one day of warm sun, some green growth here and there, and prematurely melting snow. It’s also the feeling a glimmer of hope gives when you get a taste of Spring before the season has truly changed. The ascending bass line ostinato throughout represents that feeling of hope, along with bird calls in the violin, and a soaring countermelody played by the cello.
Listen here.
Cover curated by Mirlea Saks, photo by Meghan Habibzai (2023)
“Salut Nuages” by Meghan Habibzai
“Salut Nuages”, or “Hello Clouds”, is my first instrumental composition, written for piano, cello, and violin.
This piece is calming and energizing, featuring pianist Marco Cremaschini, violinist Ayran Nicodemo, and cello soloist Joe Zeitlin. Inspiration for the song is drawn from composers Yann Tiersen (Amelie), Rachel Portman (Emma, Chocolat), and Erik Satie.
Listen here on all digital platforms. Also available for streaming and purchase on Bandcamp.
Canciones de Antón García Abril
This 13-track album is a collaboration with renowned pianist R. Timothy McReynolds, and contains three song cycles by Spanish composer Antón García Abril: Siete Canciones de Amor, Tres Nanas, and Tres Canciones Españolas. Available here on all digital streaming platforms.
For texts, translations, and notes on the album, select the “Album Booklet” button below.
Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Villa-Lobos
"Aria" for soprano and cello octet from Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Brazilian composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos. Featuring the phenomenal cellist, Janel Leppin, this piece was recorded on 2-inch tape by Mike Reina at The Brink. It is the opening track of the album titled “Sister Mirror” by DC-based tape label, Atlantic Rhythms. Available on Spotify and Bandcamp.
“Flight over Battle” by Behzad Habibzai
“Sunken Island” by Behzad Habibzai (Featuring Meghan Habibzai)
“Sunken Island” is a riveting orchestral work by Behzad Habibzai, with a video featuring stunning views of Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Guitar & Composition: Behzad Habibzai, Strings: Prague Orchestra (via Musiversal), Voice & Flute: Meghan Habibzai.
Listen here.
GALLERY - images by Lenore Boulet
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