Paul Halley is one of Australia’s most popular composers of classical music, blending elements of traditional classical styles with a distinctive modern edge. Drawing on influences from the classical masters such as Beethoven, Bach and Mozart, Halley also draws inspiration from sources as varied as medieval music and film music. With his beautifully melodic and intensely dramatic music he has captivated audiences and made a reputation for himself as a composer of highly accessible contemporary classical music.

Albums

Quadrants Vol. 5

Release Date: March 15, 2024
Catalog Number: NV6602
21st Century
Chamber
String Quartet
The award-winning Benda Quartet assembles on QUADRANTS VOL. 5 to deliver a stunning, razor-sharp collection of contemporary string works. Composers Christopher J. Hoh, Ferdinando DeSena, Christopher Brakel, Michael Murray, and Paul Halley offer a wide range of sounds and emotions in this body of work, ranging from warm, elegant expressions to high-octane passages and more. This Navona Records release is also available as a visual album, filmed at the historic Dul Michal mine in Ostrava, CZ. Eloquent, precise, and hypnotic, QUADRANTS VOL. 5 is a crystal-clear reflection of the musical and technical heights of the string quartet genre.