Hauschka

The album combines upbeat and pensive pieces, featuring moments of joy, introspection, and peaceful interludes.

Overall, 'PHILANTHROPY' showcases HAUSCHKA's compositional prowess and serves as a gift that sparks reflection and celebration. For Volker Bertelmann, aka HAUSCHKA, music is not solely about its sound, but also a means to facilitate the exchange of ideas and foster meaningful interactions between individuals, revealing his fascination with human connection and engagement. Despite being known for his distinctive prepared piano sound, the Academy Award-winning composer intentionally named his 15th solo studio album 'PHILANTHROPY' to express his compassion and openness. The album's song titles, such as "Diversity," "Nature," "Loved Ones," and "Altruism," perfectly align with their respective musical compositions. HAUSCHKA's albums often serve as a platform to provoke dialogue on specific themes, and 'PHILANTHROPY' follows this pattern, aiming to offer optimism and energy in response to the challenges of recent years.