It’s been a while since I last welcomed a
guest to the blog and I couldn’t think of a more inspiring artist to return
with.
Today, I’m introducing you to the Italian
composer Silvia Tavascia from Milan. She has recently released a stunning
instrumental album featuring ten deeply atmospheric and emotionally rich
tracks, now available across all major streaming platforms.
What makes Silvia’s journey especially remarkable is how she creates. While she has recently begun studying orchestration, her core approach remains deeply intuitive—she still composes primarily by ear, thinking less in traditional notes and more in hand positions on the piano. It’s a fascinating balance between instinct and structure: on one side, a spontaneous and emotional way of writing; on the other, a growing exploration of musical theory and harmony.
Without following a conventional path, she has developed a unique creative language that translates pure feeling directly into sound. In a world where many believe artistry must follow strict rules, Silvia is living proof that creativity can begin anywhere—and evolve in its own way, especially in a time where technology opens new doors for independent musicians.
I first connected with Silvia through
Instagram, where so many independent artists quietly build, support, and uplift
each other. Beyond her undeniable talent, she has shown up with generosity and
kindness at moments when I truly needed it. That kind of presence doesn’t go
unnoticed. From one artist to another, I have deep respect not only for her
work, but for the person she is behind it - warm, genuine, and incredibly
supportive.
It’s an absolute pleasure to have her here
today.
I’ve listened to all ten tracks on her
album, and each one carries its own emotional fingerprint. As a producer and
lyricist myself, I know that no piece of music exists without a story behind it
- sometimes spoken, sometimes felt.
So let’s dive a little deeper. First of all
welcome to my Q & A. Let’s talk about your musical
background?
I started singing in a gothic metal band when I was 18. That experience
lasted 12 years and gave me so much. It introduced me to the expressive and
communicative power of music, as well as the importance of the human side of
every artist. In the band, I wrote lyrics and vocal lines, but I’ve always had
a natural inclination for arranging songs with orchestral elements.
After the band broke
up, I stepped away from music for a while. Discovering accessible technologies,
like apps that allow you to compose music directly on your phone, brought me
back to it—helping me reconnect, understand myself better, and express myself
through music once again.
What inspired you to become a composer?
I’d say it’s been a
natural journey… I’ve followed my instincts and my tastes, which have evolved
over time. I’ve collaborated—and I’m currently collaborating—with an emerging
director, and I’m writing some pieces for his second feature film.
I also study film
acting, so all these worlds intersect and make me feel complete from an artistic
and expressive point of view.
What is your typical workflow…?
It’s rare for me to
start with a clear idea in mind. I usually just sit at the piano and begin to
play, exploring chords and improvising melodies. Sometimes I feel an inner
“click,” a kind of resonance—and that’s when I know the melody truly belongs to
me. I record it, and then shape it over time, like working with clay.
Often, I become aware
of my own emotions through what I create. It’s a form of self-analysis… like a
page from a diary that we choose to share with the world.
What song are you most attached to from your album?
The song Deprivation, although connected to the pain of losing a parent, is something that helps me not to forget. When you lose someone important, the pain and the sense of absence—or deprivation—become the emotions that keep you connected to your memories and allow you to hold on to them.
I was especially drawn to your 5th track, “The First Kiss”, and your 8th track, “The Art of Connections.”There’s something very intimate and
evocative about both of them. What inspired these two pieces?
The First Kiss is a song about the emotions of a first-time
experience—a mix of fears, but also a beautiful excitement for something new
and meaningful, like the beginning of a love story and that very first kiss.
These are unforgettable moments that stay with us forever.
The Art of Connections, on the other hand, is one of the tracks where I
experimented with blending orchestral and electronic sounds. It reflects the
human need to create deep and meaningful connections.
Both songs share a
sense of openness to new experiences, which is an essential part of who I am.
I love the meaning
behind both songs. Who designed your album cover, and what message or feeling
did you want it to convey?
For the cover of this
project, I went to a photography studio specialized in iris photography. The
eyes have a powerful ability to reveal who we are—if you look closely, you can
notice colors and shades that usually go unseen. The same is true for people:
we are made up of countless nuances that only a few are able to truly perceive.
That’s why the album is
called INNER SPECTRUM. Every song is a shade of who I am.
Before releasing the
album, I put out a series of singles featuring the same iris as the cover,
presented in black and white with just one color highlighted—because each song
represented a single, specific shade of my inner spectrum.
Fascinating, love the
concept behind the design. Tell me how long did you work on this album from the
first idea to the final release?
It took me almost a
year. Many of the songs were written specifically for this project, while
others are older pieces that I revisited and refined, because they still
reflect who I am today.
As a lyricist, I have
to ask you this question. Without lyrics, how do you tell a story or convey
emotion through your music?
Music is a powerful
form of communication, and the feedback I receive is that what I write
resonates deeply with people on an emotional level. The melodic development and
the harmonic changes I like to use to create emotional dynamics can feel like a
journey or a story without words.
Was there a moment
during this album where you felt stuck or unsure? How did you move through it?
Absolutely! I think
it’s common for many artists to never feel completely satisfied with their
work, because a strong sense of self-criticism constantly pushes us to do more.
At the same time, every artist follows their own path, with its own timing—and
I’ve learned to respect mine.
Do you prefer listeners
to interpret your music freely, or do you have specific stories in mind for
each track?
In general, I prefer to
let everyone experience music freely, without influencing listeners too much
with the specific meaning a song has for me. That said, I’m always delighted
when someone is curious to know why I wrote a particular song.
As an independent
artist, what has been the biggest challenge in releasing your music so far?
I love writing music,
and I’m constantly working to improve the quality of what I create, which
requires a great deal of effort. At the same time, I have to manage my social
media and produce engaging content to promote myself, and that can sometimes be
very demanding.
Still, the warmth and
support of people like you, whom I’ve met through music, is an incredibly
rewarding experience.
How do you want your
music to make people feel?
I would like people to
not feel alone, but understood. I want them to feel that their emotions are
never wrong, and that many others experience the same uncertainties, the same
joy, and the same hope for the future.
I’d love for my music to touch something deep within them, and at the same time say, “It’s the same for me.” I believe that’s the true magic of music.
I have to say how truly glad and grateful I am for this spring-inspired and empowering Q&A. It’s been such a joy to read your answers, and I’m wishing you all the best with this wonderful album—an album filled with love and passion in every single track.
I hope people connect with your work just as deeply as they connect with this Q&A, where they get the chance to discover the beautiful person and artist behind each meaningful song. Keep up the amazing work, and thank you for being such a kind, supportive, and inspiring fellow indie artist.
If you’d like to stay connected with Silvia’s work and follow her musical journey, you can find her on her socials here:
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