Forbidden Dreams – The Encore Collection Vol. 2 cover

Forbidden Dreams – The Encore Collection Vol. 2

Yanni · 1998

33 min · 7 tracks · new age music

Lush instrumental landscapes unfold with emotive melodies, inviting listeners on a transcendent auditory journey.

Why this album works

This album features compositions that resonate deeply with audiences, contributing to Yanni's chart success and broad appeal within the instrumental music scene. Notably, it helped maintain his presence in popular culture during the late 90s, continuing to draw interest in new age music through its emotional and cinematic soundscapes.
Best for
steady pacing for deep focus lush landscapes for reflective moments transcendent melodies for emotional release
Context
By the time 'Forbidden Dreams – The Encore Collection Vol. 2' was released in 1998, Yanni had solidified his status as a prominent figure in the new age music genre. This album followed his successful live recordings and showcased his ability to blend classical influences with contemporary instrumental music, just after his groundbreaking concert at the Acropolis in 1994.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Forbidden Dreams Standout 3:58
  • 2 Aria Standout 4:00
  • 3 Santorini Standout 4:36
  • 4 Nostalgia 4:30
  • 5 After the Sunrise 4:40
  • 6 Keys to Imagination 5:16
  • 7 Until the Last Moment 6:22

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