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Released 40 years ago

Keys to Imagination

Yanni · 1986

38 min · 8 tracks · new age music

Ethereal melodies intertwine with lush synth textures, creating a serene soundscape that invites introspection and wonder.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • contemplative introspective moods
  • steady melodic progression

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1986, 'Keys to Imagination' was Yanni's breakthrough album, showcasing his unique blend of instrumental and new age music. This release followed his earlier work and marked a significant moment in his career, establishing him as a prominent figure in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Enya· Vangelis· David Arkenstone

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The North Shore of Matsushima 5:09
  • 2 Looking Glass 6:43
  • 3 Nostalgia 4:35
  • 4 Santorini 4:39
  • 5 Port of Mystery 4:55
  • 6 Keys to Imagination 5:19
  • 7 Forgotten Yesterdays 3:32
  • 8 Forbidden Dreams 3:58

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