Author name: Frank Horvat

Frank Horvat is one of the most inventive songwriters to come out of the contemporary scene in Canada (WholeNote Magazine). He has made the tricky musical leap that allows him to pursue a niche of his own (Edmonton Journal). Within the vast array of his compositions, he explores different themes, ranging from the wondrousness of life and love, to the environment and mental health. In a fast-paced world, his music offers a sanctuary, inviting audiences to pause, reflect, and find solace. Each note reveals deeply personal stories while leaving room for listeners to ponder their own. Frank’s music is featured on over twenty albums, showcasing his versatility and producing expertise across labels such as ATMA Classique, Azul Music, Centrediscs, Leaf Music, and Navona Records. His compositions have premiered on concert stages spanning five continents, resonating through theater, film, and the airwaves. From BBC Radio 3 to Bravo, CBC, CBS, Discovery, HBO, NBC, Netflix, and Vice, his music has woven its way into the fabric of our cultural consciousness. Gramophone, The Strad, BBC Music Magazine, and the Toronto Star have acclaimed his work, recognizing the profound impact of his artistry.

Frank Horvat's New Year's Resolution

New Year’s Resolution

Well, I was going to have to break eventually. For the past 3 years, other than the odd day off

Random reflections on 2016

Random Reflections on my 2016

I’ll be honest and say I’ve never been a fan of “year-in-review” thingies. I don’t know why that is. Perhaps

Red Song Titles

Red

Back in July on Facebook, I asked my friends to type the first word that came into their head. The

Schedule of a Live-aholic!

Schedule of a Live-aholic!

People often ask how I do so many different things in my musical life. I often curtly reply, “it’s easy…no

Boy with flower

Proud to be a Momma’s Boy!

I’ve previously used my blog to talk about how special my mom is to me. A recent phone conversation with

A Secret Streamlet by Frank Horvat

What Does Freedom Sound Like?

It was earlier this year that the violinist, Ralitsa Tcholakova, asked if I could compose a piece for violin and

St. Joe's Middle School in Ottawa

Shame Revealed Through Music

When Michael Westwood asked me to compose a new piece for the November 9 concert in his Toronto chamber music

Keep on the Sunny Side

Before you read this post, I would kindly ask you to do the following: Listen to this song on YouTube

Frank Horvat's 2016 calendar

Christmas is How Soon???

My Swollen TDL for the rest of 2016 Earlier this week, I took a moment to cross reference my things-to-do-list

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