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The Velveteen Rabbit

George Winston · 1984

32 min · 16 tracks · new age music

Gentle piano melodies weave through a nostalgic landscape, evoking the whimsy of childhood and timeless tales.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical childhood nostalgia
  • gentle peaks and valleys
  • short reflective listening moments
  • soothing background for relaxation
  • evocative piano storytelling

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer longer, complex compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1984, 'The Velveteen Rabbit' was George Winston's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Autumn' in 1980. At this point, Winston was solidifying his reputation within the new age genre, showcasing his signature solo piano style that emphasized emotional resonance and simplicity.
Stylistic neighbors
Ludovico Einaudi· Yann Tiersen· Philip Glass

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Velveteen Rabbit (piano solo) 1:01
  • 2 Christmas 1:46
  • 3 The Toys 1:35
  • 4 The Skin Horse 2:51
  • 5 Nana 0:29
  • 6 Lullaby 2:54
  • 7 Spring 2:26
  • 8 Summer 1:18
  • 9 The Rabbit Dance 3:05
  • 10 Alone (piano solo) 1:02
  • 11 Shabbiness Doesn't Matter 1:36
  • 12 Anxious Moments 2:21
  • 13 The Fairy 3:39
  • 14 Flying 2:30
  • 15 Returning 1:18
  • 16 The Velveteen Rabbit (piano solo) 2:39

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