talk to me (the meadow)
a single instrument (electric guitar)
track inspired by a local meadow
at Smokewood Park, Fairfax, VA.
atmospheric (aether)
an atmospheric track with ethereal textures and ambling effected electric guitar patterns.
D.C. Bar Hopeful
arpeggiated pianos with a hopeful
lead voice and counter-melody.
Made for the D.C. Bar.
D.C. Bar Melancholic
arpeggiated pianos with in a melancholic waltz, with elements of wistful dreaminess.
Dark To Light Transitions
picardy third
A classic harmonic shift where somber minor chord changes one note into a major chord. providing an unexpected sense of resolution and light. Used notably in "Something" by The Beatles.
relative major
A smooth shift from a moody atmosphere to a more hopeful and uplifting feel.
the aeolian cadence
Known to some as the surreal mediant, this transition creates a haunting, dreamlike shift.
the Hero's ascent
A building sense of triumph and success that starts from a quiet beginning.
about the composer
I specialize in harmonic narrative, utilizing the intersection of classical theory and modern cinematic textures to guide the listener through complex emotional arcs. As a lifelong student of music, I am constantly learning, refining my process and techniques with each new project.
-Richard Affourtit | Composer & Producer
something red
This piece serves as a companion and contrast to the subtle examples above—a dramatic, 'Beautiful Mind'-esque composition.
Portfolio Note: I’ve included this piece to show the 'weighted' side of my production toolkit. It acts as a companion to the more subdued works, proving that the same attention to detail and clarity remains consistent even as the energy and resonance scale up.
Thank you for listening.
Richard Affourtit | The Quiet Lab, LLC | 2026