Projects
Explore Carl-Isaak's compositions, from Solo Piano work to Electronic. I work with writing music for Podcasts, Video Programs, and Video Games, as well as other Audio+Visual projects.
If somethings catches your eye (or ear), please don't hesitate to reach out. For information about commissions, rates, and project details, please contact me using the Contact form at the bottom of the page.
Audio Portfolio
​Music for Media/Emotions
Crumbled Cathedral
Background music for a final boss fight, picturing a battle in the wreckage of a beautiful old cathedral.
The Minnow and the Speckled Stone
Lively orchestral composition telling the story of a tiny fish swept down and bubbling stream.
The Wyvern's Throne
Electronic game music in the style of MegaMan. A tyrannic but stylish draconic final boss sits above on their throne.
Starlight Chiptune
Simple electronic game music for a candy themed space adventure game.
The City Raccoon
Composition for string quintet that tells the story of a mischievous raccoon exploring a dark city.
Coming Home
Warm folksy composition communicating the emotion of returning home from a long time away.
Low Tide Themes
Three original compositions for the "Low Tide" podcast. Combines light-sounding instruments to get beachy sound.
Arrangements
Everything I Love
Arrangement of Cole Porter's Jazz standard for Big Band. Blends the composition with Bossa Nova style.
Mixed Nuts (Spy x Family)
Arrangement of Officialé«ç”·dism's song for the hit anime Spy x Family. Arranged for a jazzy solo piano twist.
Minuet in G
Arrangement J. S. Bach's classic minuet for Big Band. Mixes an original ostinato section, classical counterpoint, and jazz solos.
The Logal Collective
Liminal
Emotional collection of three duets for piano and guitar, released with The Logal Collective in 2021.
Connections
The pathways that pull people together, even unconsciously.
Sacridity
From the perfect angle, even small things have immense value.
Edgeness
On the very boundary of things, its own individual.
Released Music
Preludes of a Forest Pond
Nine original piano compositions painting scenes from a peaceful forest pond. Released in Spring of 2024.
A Shining Spark
A falling shard of meteorite tumbles down to earth.
Clouds Illuminated at Sunset
Warm colors stain the cloud-banks as the sun sinks behind.
Bristlegrass
Spiky, hardy grass rustles in the autumn wind.
A Child's Forgotten Dream
Moments of half-remembered colors drift through the mind.
Prelude in Eb Minor
Currents of motion surface in a quiet hall.
Shifting Colors
Rippling reflections distort the surface of the water.
Waltz of the Willow Trees
Drooping branches of the willow dance in the breeze.
The Hyacinth's Last Petal
The final vibrant flower of the hyacinth wilts and fades.
The Sorcerer Creating
Drunk on the smell of flowers, the wizard forgets his creation.
Pure Compositions
Birth of a Snowdrop
Flowing composition for solo piano. The first thaw of spring reveals early flower under the melting surface of snow.
Endless Raindrops
An arpeggio etude for piano mixed with warm synths and electronic percussion.
Prelude and Fugue in D Major
Composition in the traditional fugue format. Inspired by Bach:s Well-Tempered Clavier, and with advice from Alla Cohen.
The Heart of the Ash Tree
Composition in the Irish Celtic folk style, recorded with
Carl-Isaak's band Silvertree, and mixed with electronics.
Rhythm of the Aching Heart
Inspired by Chick Corea, and by Stravinsky's piano etudes, an energetic, racing piano composition.
