A fresh new album The Pianist is out now!
Oliver Jones is a 15 year old composer, cellist and pianist from the southwest of England, UK
Beginnings
Oliver has a passion for music, and has done for a long time. His first album, Images, was composed when he was 14 years old, living under the shadow of juvenile, seronegative arthritis, in his own private lockdown before the COVID-19 pandemic, unable to move without pain, confined to the house, and doing exams from home. Images comprises the pieces composed during the lead up to a total hip replacement operation in October 2019, and the recovery period thereafter, the ups and downs of his life clearly audible in the passionate fast-flowing lines of the minimalist compositions which are his hallmark. He is a music scholar at Truro School in Cornwall, UK, and this is evident in his expeditious start to professional music.
Influences and style
Minimalism and contemporary classical music are his passion, but they are not just classical genres. These genres are unique, as seen in Oliver's inspirations - Hans Zimmer and Ludovico Einaudi to name a couple. These genres are influenced by folk and rock, hip hop, jazz and new age showcasing the breadth and versatility of them. This music is the backdrop to period dramas - atmospheric, moving and memorable, which is what Oliver wants to achieve with his music.
New Releases - The Pianist
“Concept” is Oliver’s latest single released in Feb 2021, released early by popular demand on social media. It uses three notes in the chorus passages which create a minimalist melody on top of long bass lines. Concept forms part of Oliver's brand new, fresh album "The Pianist" which is out now. "The Pianist" aims to provide a fresh view on classical music. It also aims to bring classical music to more people's willing ears, to bring out a modern trend and bring more classical musicians and works into the 21st century. "The Pianist" is available to listen to on all music platforms.
