by Vinícius Motta | Dec 14, 2023
About I’m Standing Still is a contemplative work that delves into the introspective journey of attempting to break free from cyclical patterns. Despite earnest efforts to initiate change, there is a poignant realization of being anchored to a fixed point, which...
by Vinícius Motta | Dec 13, 2023
HALF ADD December 2023 About Half Add is a composition crafted for solo guitar, centered on structural principles. As the name suggests, the process of halving and addition occurs continuously throughout the entirety of the...
by Vinícius Motta | Dec 13, 2023
About Longing emerged from the joy of playing the material and feeling the strings beneath my fingers. The aim is to create an inviting atmosphere, encouraging others to think, “Can I join in somehow?” The title reflects this constant desire for...
by Vinícius Motta | Jun 20, 2023
About This piece was commissioned by Andrew Toovey as a contribution to Contemporary Music for All (CoMA)’s 30th Anniversary celebration, within the collection of Andrew Toovey’s CoMA Memories. Its premiere took place on July 15th, 2023, at St John Smith Square...
by Vinícius Motta | Apr 17, 2023
About Jake Penlington is a pianist whom I have known since my first year at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. He approached me to commission a piece to be performed in his final recital on 15th May 2023. In our initial conversation, I had the opportunity to review...
