🎉 Celebrating One Month of The Crimson Ballet 🎉

My latest horror novel has officially been out for one month, and I’m excited to share the cinematic book trailer that captures the atmosphere, mystery, and gothic tension at the heart of the story.

Set in an isolated ballet academy deep in the Carpathian woods, The Crimson Ballet explores ambition, obsession, and the haunting price of perfection.

Thank you to every reader who has supported the book so far. If you haven’t entered the academy yet, now is the perfect time.

📘 Available on Amazon and bookstores worldwide.

 

Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Crimson-Ballet-Seungyong-Chang/dp/B0FXGCNBSF

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toT2YlN2NJk

 

YouTube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/EX4kFZqSdBg

 

Thank you.

“Echoes of a Fading Light”, Classical Crossover

A slow and emotional instrumental piece filled with sorrow, beauty, and cinematic elegance.

Let the violin, cello, and piano take your heart on a journey. 🎻🎹🎼

👉 Listen now and feel the emotion.

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoZda-_q4jg

 

YouTube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/n7t7_iHWV28

 

Music Review

“Echoes of a Fading Light” is a breathtaking Classical Crossover composition that blends emotional depth with elegant simplicity. The piece opens with a gentle piano motif that sets a sorrowful yet beautiful tone. As the violin enters with long, expressive phrases, the music unfolds like a story of lost memories and quiet heartbreak. The cello adds warmth and weight, grounding the emotion with its rich timbre. This track is a perfect companion for moments of reflection and emotional release.

 

Creator/Ownership/Copyright: Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music

©2025 Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music. All rights reserved.

 

Thank you.

“Whispers in Maylight”, Classical Crossover

🌸 New single out now: ‘Whispers in Maylight’ – a classical-crossover ballad sung by a stunning soprano voice. Let the strings and harp carry you into a blooming May orchard of memories. Listen now on YouTube!

#ClassicalCrossover #Soprano #NewSingle #OrchestralBallad #BlondeVocal #CrossoverMusic #WhispersInMaylight

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AyCfcyT7T4

 

YouTube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QuPC3izWWlU

 

Music Review

“Whispers in Maylight” is a graceful and heartfelt entry into the classical-crossover genre. The soprano’s voice glides effortlessly over the gentle piano introduction, then blossoms into a full orchestral swell in the chorus. The lyric, rooted in nostalgia and the seasons of love, is evocative without being overwrought. The instrumentation—strings, harp, light choir—evokes a dreamy pastoral scene while still remaining modern enough to appeal beyond strictly classical audiences. The production achieves that elusive blend of elegance and accessibility: you feel the cathedral echo, yet the melody remains grounded and memorable. For fans of crossover music, this piece delivers both emotional depth and melodic beauty.

 

Creator/Ownership/Copyright: Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music

©2025 Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music. All rights reserved.

 

Thank you.

“Rise Into Light”, Classical Crossover

‘Rise Into Light’ – a classical-crossover journey of falling, rising and embracing the moment. Watch/listen now and join the flight. #RiseIntoLight #ClassicalCrossover #NewMusic2025 #OrchestralBallad

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2y5WK2XAAkI

 

YouTube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VXc98GdLNA0

 

Music Review

“Rise Into Light” captures the sweeping emotional drama typical of classical-crossover ballads. From its hushed piano-opening to the full-orchestra climax, the song invites listeners on a journey of vulnerability, risk and uplift. The lyrics echo themes of defying fear, embracing transformation and claiming inner strength — metaphors of falling and rising threaded throughout. The vocal performance demands expressive power and controlled theatricality; the orchestration enriches the narrative, raising moments of tension before delivering cathartic release. The piece succeeds in marrying operatic sensibility with contemporary songwriting, offering both emotional weight and broad appeal. A compelling addition to the classical-crossover repertoire — heartfelt, polished, and cinematic.

 

Creator/Ownership/Copyright: Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music

©2025 Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music. All rights reserved.

 

Thank you.

“When the Moonlights Fade”, Classical Crossover

A breathtaking blend of classical elegance and cinematic emotion.

A beautiful female soprano leads the orchestra and choir through waves of moonlit sorrow and hope.
Let the music carry you beyond time, where love becomes sound and silence becomes beauty.

“When the Moonlights Fade” is more than a song — it’s an emotional journey through shadow and light.
The soprano’s voice, pure as the stars, meets the power of a full orchestra and choir.

A soundscape for dreamers, lovers, and those who believe music can heal. 🌙

Close your eyes and let the orchestra guide you through moonlit dreams.
“When the Moonlights Fade” is a story of love, loss, and rebirth — told through the voice of a lone soprano.

🎻✨ Listen, feel, and let your heart rise with the night.

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tq1p4ec4PM

 

YouTube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3PJGEy0ymzQ

 

Music Review

“When the Moonlights Fade” presents a sweeping, emotionally rich offering in the classical-crossover genre. The female soprano leads with striking clarity and heartfelt tone, supported by a full orchestra and resonant choir that elevate the piece into cinematic scope. From the delicate harp-piano introduction to the thunderous brass and timpani-driven climaxes, the arrangement balances intimacy and grandeur. The melody is memorable, the harmonic progression haunting yet accessible; the lead’s timbre conveys both vulnerability and heroic strength. The choir adds depth, especially in the final chorus where the voices swell behind the soloist to dramatic effect. Production is polished, dynamics carefully preserved so the quiet passages breathe before the full ensemble erupts. Overall, a compelling piece that will likely appeal to fans of operatic pop, film-score soundtracks and classical crossover alike.

 

Creator/Ownership/Copyright: Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music

©2025 Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music. All rights reserved.

 

Thank you.

My Gothic Horror Novel, "The Crimson Ballet” is Available Now

"They say art imitates life. But here, art demands blood."

 

Nestled deep within the mist-shrouded forests of the Carpathians lies a reclusive ballet academy — perfection demands more than discipline. It demands blood.

When Elisa is admitted to the famed ballet academy, she believes it’s the start of her dream: to dance on Europe’s grandest stages, to earn ovations soaked in sweat and beauty. But revealing something far more sinister beneath.

 

Mirrors bleed. Students vanish. And the stage is always watching.

 

A haunting blend of gothic atmosphere, psychological terror, and supernatural mystery, The Crimson Ballet — A haunting tale of elegance, obsession, and horror.

 

Perfect for fans of Black Swan, Mexican Gothic, The Silent Companions, and Suspiria, The Crimson Ballet, a haunting descent into beauty, madness, and blood-soaked ambition, will leave you breathless.

 

Read now… if you dare.

 

"Now available worldwide at bookstores as eBooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks!”

 

Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Crimson-Ballet-Seungyong-Chang-ebook/dp/B0FX7HHQF9?ref_=ast_author_mpb

 

Barnes & Noble

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-crimson-ballet-seungyong-chang/1148573306?ean=2940182437240

 

Kobo

https://www.kobo.com/ww/en/ebook/the-crimson-ballet?sId=806283be-5ccf-4a11-8a1d-e42b39112ad9&ssId=vcCUGrNm-rpgpdFpu-6lD&cPos=1

 

Apple Books

https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/the-crimson-ballet/id1848312491

 

Libro.FM

https://libro.fm/audiobooks/9798295345289-the-crimson-ballet

 

Audiobooks.com

https://m.audiobooks.com/audiobook/crimson-ballet/982620

 

 

Youtube Promotion Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuSUas8eQTk

 

Youtube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UtBSz26TRic

 

Thank you.

“Whispers in the Shadows”, Classical Crossover

How are you?

 

The music I created this week is “Classical Crossover.”

 

Song title: Whispers in the Shadows

Genre: Classical Crossover

Creator/Ownership/Copyright: Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music

 

©2025 Seungyong Chang (Steve J) & J Music. All rights reserved.

 

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UugC74Ti4R4

 

YouTube Shorts

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TD5h2obHWxs

 

Music Review

"Whispers in the Shadows" is a cinematic masterpiece that seamlessly blends the timeless elegance of classical music with the pulse of modern sound. The piece opens with a haunting violin solo, weaving an air of mystery and intrigue, drawing listeners into a world of shadows and secrets. As the cello and piano join in, the music builds an emotional depth that feels both intimate and grand, evoking the lush orchestral soundtracks of gothic operas and epic cinematic scores.

The electric guitar enters subtly, offering a surprising yet seamless fusion of classical and contemporary elements. It doesn’t overwhelm the delicate orchestral textures; instead, it enhances them, providing a layer of intensity and raw energy that mirrors the passionate turmoil embedded within the composition. The arrangement carefully balances delicate, ethereal moments with powerful crescendos, capturing a sense of both vulnerability and strength.

From the gentle whispers of the strings to the soaring crescendos of the orchestra, every note in "Whispers in the Shadows" is meticulously crafted to evoke deep emotion. The piece invites the listener to journey through a narrative of longing, mystery, and the inexorable pull of fate. It’s a musical journey that feels timeless, transcending the boundaries between classical and modern music with breathtaking finesse.

Fans of cinematic scores, classical crossover music, and emotive orchestral soundtracks will find themselves captivated by "Whispers in the Shadows." The track radiates an atmosphere of enchantment, perfect for those who love the cinematic grandeur of Phantom of the Opera and the emotional power of modern orchestral rock. An undeniable masterpiece, it leaves an indelible mark on the heart long after the final note fades.

Thank you.