The new song Solo Piano Beyond just released today. Stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, YouTube, Amazon Music, and all music services worldwide, or click below to listen as you read the inspirational notes.
Solo Piano Beyond expresses several of God’s attributes He has been deepening in my heart. They both capture my attention, and at the same time are beyond my full comprehension. God is big. Life is short. God gives me His peace and hope through His presence with me, and His promises in His Word. He fills me with a sense of awe and wonder through His creation, as well as His faithfulness in my life. My faith in Jesus as God’s son, the Savior of the world, and my Friend, continues to grow as He proves Himself true in my journey. He promises we can know for certain we have eternal life when we ask His forgiveness, and put our trust in Him (1 John 5:13).
The musical notes and themes have all these thoughts and more under the surface. The melodies are a spiritual and reflective exploration to see what this may sound like. This gives space and freedom for every listener to experience this piece in a way that is very personal and specific to them. To think on whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable in this life and beyond. My hope is for the music to offer you a deeper sense of peace, hope, beauty, and wonder wherever you may be, and whatever circumstances you are facing. May the Lord lift your spirit as you listen for Him and worship Him through Solo Piano Beyond.
How does Solo Piano Beyond inspire or encourage you?
My purpose in writing is simply this: that you who believe in God’s Son will know beyond the shadow of a doubt that you have eternal life, the reality and not the illusion. (1 John 5:13, MSG)
Now to him who by the power that is working within us is able to do far beyond all that we ask or think. (Ephesians 3:20, NET)
Look around you: Everything you see is God’s—the heavens above and beyond, the Earth, and everything on it. (Deuteronomy 10:14, MSG)
Bring your full tithe to the Temple treasury so there will be ample provisions in my Temple. Test me in this and see if I don’t open up heaven itself to you and pour out blessings beyond your wildest dreams. (Malachi 3:8-11, MSG)
Mighty God! Far beyond our reach! Unsurpassable in power and justice! It’s unthinkable that he’d treat anyone unfairly. So bow to him in deep reverence, one and all! If you’re wise, you’ll most certainly worship him. (Job 37:23-24, MSG)
I tested everything in my search for wisdom. I set out to be wise, but it was beyond me, far beyond me, and deep—oh so deep! Does anyone ever find it? I concentrated with all my might, studying and exploring and seeking wisdom—the meaning of life. (Ecclesiastes 7:23-25, MSG)
Derin Brooks says
Your inspired music never ceases to move me to tears, brother, as the Holy Spirit has been working in your own heart and life and thru the composition process, He comes along and uses your music to move in each hearer’s life as we avail ourselves and give time and space. Looking forward to more meditation and ministry thru this piece…
The surprise ending with the rapid arpeggios brought a great sense of excitement and anticipation for what God will do next! Loved it!
Stanton Lanier says
Thank you so much Derin, for listening deeply and taking this new piece to heart. May the Lord bless you with His grace, peace, and hope, and may He surprise you with some great works in your life in the coming days! – Stanton
Blake Christoffersen says
Beautiful Stanton. Love the pulse variations, tempo changes, blending chords together. Definitely heart felt.
God bless,
Blake Christoffersen
Stanton Lanier says
Thanks very much Blake, I appreciate your listening and am grateful this new piece spoke to you through its inspiration and the details you noticed. God’s blessings to you too! – Stanton
Brenda Joyce Robinson says
Very beautiful. Music fits the inspiration behind it.
Stanton Lanier says
Thank you Brenda, for listening to and reading the inspiration for this new piece. I am grateful it brings moments of beauty to you. Blessings, Stanton
Brenda Percifield says
Very peaceful and calming
With everything that has happened in the last 2 1/2’ years
Covid, hurricane Ian on Fort Myers Beach and very dear friends going to be with our father in heaven. I felt his presences while I listened
Thank you so much
Stanton Lanier says
Thank you Brenda, for listening, reading, and for your comments. I am so glad this new piece is a blessing to you, and that you felt God’s presence. Wishing you His grace, peace, and joy! – Stanton
Maxann says
Stanton,
I never cease to marvel at the beauty of your music. God has created a peek into heaven through your gifts and talent.
Blessings,
Maxann
Stanton Lanier says
Hi Maxann, this is so encouraging to hear and a great blessing to know my music continues to bring you God’s peace and beauty. Thank you, and wishing you His grace, peace, and joy today! – Stanton