Welcome to Azure Hills Music!
Azure Hills Music is your destination for inspiration, education, and growth as a keyboard musician. And its the home for compositions and recordings by Arthur Dobrucki, Hammersmith Station, and Azure Soundscapes.
Our blog empowers the keyboard community with insights and resources with a focus on:
- Keyboard Performance Techniques: Master the art of piano and organ playing through practical tips and strategies.
- Keyboard Gear and Technology: Explore the latest in synthesizers, DAWs, and essential accessories to enhance your setup.
- Career Development: Learn how to navigate the journey from amateur to professional musician.
- Recording and Composition: Discover techniques for creating music that resonates with authenticity and precision.
- Historical and Stylistic Performance Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of the rich traditions and styles that shape keyboard music.
- Community Building: Connect with fellow musicians to share experiences, collaborate, and grow together.
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NEWS FROM AZURE HILLS MUSIC
3/12/25: Review Highlights for The Dim Lake Of Auber by Arthur Dobrucki
“Beautiful and dreamy composition” (Ambient Station)
“The vibe is astounding and mysterious” (AFIF Spotify Playlist)
“This piece stands out with impressive exotic sounds and melodic lines that reveal something deeply grounded and meditative.” (New Indie Radar)
1/3/25: Passing Visions, an ambient instrumental track from the forthcoming Edgar Allan Poe inspired album is streaming. Review highlights:
“Cinematic elements with ambient textures and field recordings creates a beautifully immersive soundscape” (Ambient Soundscapes)
“The American composer plunges us into the world of neoclassical music with a rare grace. This aural journey captivates the listener with its rich musical balance between acoustic instrumentation and electronic sounds. Welcome to an introspective journey into the depths of your being.” (Boulimique)
“This is a true musical journey” (Moon Phase Radio)
“Such a peaceful and beautiful work of art. It’s filled with spiritual and ethereal moods, everything combined in order to explore mysterious ways.” (Muséanima)
“Passing Visions” excels at evoking emotions and creating vivid mental landscapes, making it a truly transformative auditory experience.” (Progland)
12/20/24: Introducing Hammersmith Station – and the debut single, Pink China
12/6/24: Ultima Thule is available on streaming services – the latest track from Arthur Dobrucki
11/1/24: The fourth single from Arthur Dobrucki’s Edgar Allan Poe project is streaming – The Angelus Bell.
10/26/24: New sheet music available: Dance #2 in C Major from the recording “Six Dance Episodes” is now available.
9/6/24: The second single from my Edgar Allan Poe project is out. Stream Haunted Palace Waltz on your favorite music service. It’s another work that you’ll hear on Willard Overstreet’s “Poe Alone” project.
8/2/24: Music Of The Spheres is released – a pipe organ extravaganza to kick off a project inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe. Much of the forthcoming music will feature on Willard Overstreet’s “Poe Alone” project.
7/11/24: New sheet music available for Dance #1 in F-sharp minor by Arthur Dobrucki
6/28/24: My new album I Might Be Praying by Arthur Dobrucki released today.
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Arthur Dobrucki – Pianist, Organist, Composer, Recording Artist
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