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.

The Week After - Frank Horvat

The Week After…15 Years Later

A couple of weeks ago, I looked at the calendar and realized that the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 terror […]

Frank Horvat in Studio at Canterbury

4 Albums, 1 Year – Update #4

Unlike July, August was thankfully more productive. But Lisa and I still feel behind. Perhaps we’re over our heads. What

If I Were A Rich Man - photo by Eneas De Troya

If I Were A Rich Man…

So even me, the tree hugging, commie, arty-farty lefty, sometimes thinks about how my life would be different if I

Sad Apple

Goodbye, ORMTA

Last weekend marked the conclusion of my 17-year volunteering career with the Ontario Registered Music Teachers’ Association. In the last

Music with pickles

Word of the Week – Pickle

On July 14, I asked my friends on Facebook to give me the first word that popped into their head.

Frank Horvat in Studio at Canterbury

4 Albums, 1 Year – Update #2

This personal craziness of producing 4 albums of my own works by the end of this year continues! Since my

Frank Horvat is feeling fine!

I Feel Just Fine

I want to thank everyone for your words of encouragement after last week’s blog post. I’m very touched to have

Tired

The Struggle for the BIG Idea

I’m in a batting slump lately. I have not hit the (metaphorical) home run in a while. In my business,

Frank Horvat in Studio at Canterbury

4 Albums, 1 Year – Update!

Things are starting to heat up – not just the weather, but in my creative life too. I’ve already shared

Composition 350 - Frank Horvat

350

Late last week, I completed the 350th composition in my portfolio – a short piano piece that will be included

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