Originally written to Robert Frost’s poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening," but changed due to copyright issues.
Poet Charles Anthony Silvestri wrote new lyrics to match the existing music, focusing on the surrender to sleep and the world of dreams. 🎸 The Smiths: "Asleep" (1985)
Richter calls it a "personal lullaby for a frenetic world".
Live performances feature beds instead of seats, allowing the audience to drift off.
This is an eight-hour ambient composition designed to be listened to while sleeping.
A widely performed contemporary choral piece known for its "shimmering" cluster chords and lush harmonies.
Richter consulted neuroscientist David Eagleman to ensure the music's frequencies and rhythms aligned with the human sleep cycle. 🎶 Eric Whitacre: Sleep (2000)
