Forbidden Dreams – The Encore Collection Vol. 2
Yanni · 1998
33 min · 7 tracks · new age music
A lush tapestry of orchestral melodies intertwines with serene piano phrases, evoking a dreamlike landscape of emotion and reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Forbidden Dreams — The title track encapsulates the album’s essence with sweeping orchestrations and poignant melodies that set an introspective mood right from the start.
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Santorini — This piece is a hallmark of Yanni's style, featuring vibrant rhythms and melodic motifs that evoke images of the Greek isle, showcasing his cultural roots.
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Nostalgia — With its hauntingly beautiful piano lines, this track captures a sense of longing and reminiscence, illustrating Yanni's ability to convey deep emotions through instrumental music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for deep focus
- lush landscapes for reflective moments
- transcendent melodies for emotional release
- consistent journey through sound
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Forbidden Dreams – The Encore Collection Vol. 2 represents Yanni's continued evolution as a prominent figure in the new age music genre following the success of his live albums. At this point in his career, he had already established a dedicated fanbase through his earlier works like Live at the Acropolis (1994) and was further solidifying his reputation as a masterful composer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Enya· Vangelis· David Arkenstone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Forbidden Dreams 3:58
- 2 Aria 4:00
- 3 Santorini 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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