REVIEWS

"Graff's work is a reminder that, like the rain on a window, music has the power to refract our emotions, transforming the ordinary into something utterly extraordinary..."

"This release further solidifies Martin Graff’s reputation as a composer whose work resonates on both an intellectual and emotional level. A must-listen for fans of modern classical, neoclassical, and ambient piano music..."

"Graff emphasizes both gripping structural shifts and a blissfully atmospheric introspection on this standout single..."

"'Window Rain' is far beyond a piano composition; it is a travelogue through the listener’s soul..."

"Martin Graff continues to stake his claim as one of the most exciting names in contemporary piano composition and performance..."

"A composer like Martin Graff is a treasure to behold. There is a tasteful execution in his music that is like watching a powerful movie come together..."

"Graff’s emotive playing and intricate phrasing transport listeners to a tranquil space..."

"Window Rain," a beautiful and intense new single from Martin Graff delivers a set of gracefully performed melodies and progressions that are warming and cinematic, all done with heart and character that you end up grabbing on to..."

“Martin Graff’s musical prowess shines brilliantly, showcasing contemporary classical piano at its finest…”

"There’s a real sense of joy and freedom to Trips for Piano that is unmatched by many of Martin’s peers, marking him as a musician to watch for the future!"

"Martin Graff emerges as a luminary in the realm of contemporary classical piano, leaving audiences spellbound with his virtuosity and emotive interpretations..."

“Graff's talents extend beyond his compositions; his virtuosity as a pianist brings his music to life with a level of expression and nuance that is truly captivating…”

"Graff’s skills are amplified tenfold by sheer passion and love..." 

"'Prism' shows off Martin Graff’s uncanny ability to sculpt an entire aural universe—one that feels all-consuming..." 

"A stellar voyage through sonic reflections of light in the dark..." 

"'Sativa' has a stately presence to it, for Martin Graff’s galloping chords and delicate gestures result in a fully immersive world, lyrical without needing to say a single word..." 

"Martin Graff is a pianist and composer who is exceptionally talented at creating music that defies the usual expectations..."

"Martin Graff’s music is pure beauty... a superlative work of art." 

"You can’t help but be impressed by the rich depth of musicality he invokes in a relatively short amount of time. Trips for Piano promises to deliver..."

"With a calming ambiance and featuring a wizard-like level of genius proportions, Graff's remarkable style picks up your bad mood to flip it around and brings you back into a much happier space in the world, where you may feel so much more satisfied with life..." 

"Trips for Piano is a one-way, one-stop pilgrimage home. Like heaven is supposed to be..."

"Trips for Piano is a strikingly unfettered exploration into one’s secret inner life..."

"Trips for Piano is an extraordinary act of creating a vacation out of a blank page..."

"Trips for Piano is an ambitious, full-length set of piano pieces exploring musical moods..."