Top Tracks by Arttu Silvast — From Isthmus and Polarity
Finnish composer and producer Arttu Silvast creates immersive, atmospheric soundscapes that blend rich neoclassical textures with cinematic ambience. His music has graced installations, film projects, and his acclaimed solo albums. Here, we highlight selected tracks from two standout works—Isthmus (2024) and Polarity (2021)—inviting you to experience the emotional core of his artistry.
From the album Isthmus
Released on November 15, 2024, Isthmus weaves together piano, ancient jouhikko, and Moog synthesizer, crafting soundscapes inspired by Northern European landscapes and the Faroe Islands.
Together
A gently building piece where layered synths and piano unfold gradually, perfect for contemplative evenings or moments of calm reverie.
Mykines
Named after a remote Faroe Islands locale, this track bridges delicate melody and ambient textures, capturing both still beauty and gentle movement.
Tiger Grass
With subtle rhythmic undercurrents, the track blends minimalism and momentum—an ambient journey that evolves with quiet power.
Pakkret Nights
Darkly evocative, this track drifts between sparse instrumentation and glowing harmonies, conjuring nocturnal landscapes of light and shadow.
(There are more tracks on the album—like Kalsoy, Morgonlandet, Sediments, Enclosure, Approaching Midnight, and A Shoreline—all worth exploring!)
From the album Polarity
Debuting in April 2021, Polarity is inspired by Arctic voyages and landscapes, blending natural ambience with global instrumentation—from Myanmar's bells to Scandinavian pump organs.
Sand and Reed
An ambient opener that sets the tone—soft, reflective, textured, and evocative of wind-swept coastal scenes.
Svalbard
This piece envelops the listener in frigid beauty, layering ethereal tones with subtle melodic movement.
Clouds over Tynemouth
A sweeping ambient portrait, brilliant for introspective listening and immersive relaxation.
Polarity
Balancing poise and pulse, the title track floats between tension and release, fusing emotional depth with ambient weight.
Glacier Bay, Sabertooth, Shilyko, Sea Stingers, and Maris Tenebris also populate this beautifully coherent album journey.
Why these tracks stand out
Polarity and Isthmus both highlight a blend of regional instruments and ambient textures that evoke landscapes and introspection. Polarity’s serene yet dynamic, mapping emotional terrain from icy isolation to inner exploration.
These tracks beautifully illustrate Arttu Silvast’s ability to weave minimalism, tradition, and cinematic ambience into immersive listening experiences - whether you're discovering his music for the first time or delving deeper as a fan.