NPR Music Even more songs to calm the nerves
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Apr 8, 2025 Discover the soothing power of music with a lineup featuring Max Richter's heartfelt tribute to human rights and the ambient brilliance of Ryuichi Sakamoto. Dive into the emotional depths of avant-garde sounds with Leah Bertucci and unwind with Brazilian jazz from Wayne Shorter and Milton Nascimento. Reflect on love's strength during tough times and the rich interplay of melodies that uplift and connect us. This is a beautiful exploration of how music nurtures the soul and provides comfort amid chaos.
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The Choir's Transition
- The Choir, a rock band since the early 80s, released their first instrumental album, Translucent.
- Lars Gotrich, who grew up on Christian rock, highlights the band's shift to ambient music.
Calming Music Variety
- Calming music can take many forms beyond ambient.
- Longer tracks are preferable for calming, as they avoid interruption.
Sakamoto on the Metro
- Lars Gotrich shares a personal experience of listening to Ryuichi Sakamoto's Logic Moon while on the DC Metro.
- He describes the calming effect of the music amidst anxiety about a new environment.
