Classical Gothic Music - Requiem for the Nameless Dead 

@TheWheelofLife100 The Link between Metal and Gothic is in the Gothic Metal Genre, yes.^^ So the two Genres share a Fusion but Gothic Music also stands alone as you see in this Video. In fact Gothic Music has a very wide Range and can include Electronic, Metal, Classical and other Musicstyles. It's a very wide Genre.

did you know that in Vienna there is a cemetary that's acutally called "Cemetary for the nameless dead"? they used to bury unknown victims there, that drowned in the danube and couldn't be identified. next time i'll visit them i'll play your song to them.

This song is so beautiful. It sounds sad, but has a slight note of hope that everything is alright. Requiem means rest after all, so it makes you feel that you shouldn't mourn any longer, but celebrate their life and be comforted by the fact that our lost ones are now at peace. :)

I've been listening to this specific song since i was a teenager. I enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served 4 years and today I deal with heavy depression. This song has kept me lifted through a lot of struggles. I'm 25 it's crazy this is still my favorite song.

As long as credits are given anyone can use my music for non-commercial things. =) I am Swiss, so I speak German, that's true, but I prefer to answer in English in public posts so that everyone understands them. Also generally: If anybody has a question for me, write me a PM. The chances to get an answer to a PM are at around 90%, to get an answer from me by a video comment is at about 10%, because there are TONS everyday.^^ I will see a PM more likely than a comment. =)

Anyone else discover this song through James Earl Jones's narration of The Raven? It fits more than perfect.

@klaus090167 Danke vielmals für das tolle Kompliment... :) Und du hast recht: es ist tatsächlich eine Art Geschichte, aber worum es geht überlasse ich dir, das soll jeder selber entscheiden können ;)

This is easily the most beautiful thing I have ever heard. Dark and beautiful, sad with a hint of hope. In its own way, it is the theme song of the world as it is. Beautiful, but overrun with corruption, but the light is not gone, nor will it ever be gone as long as good people continue to exist.

Once upon a midnight dreary....

@NonexistHeartbeat1 Danke vielmal, die Bedeutung der Lieder liegt mir auch immer sehr am Herzen, von daher ist für mich jedes Kompliment persönlich.

This is the kind of music that truly says "me" deep inside, the kind that plays randomly through my mind when relaxed with nothing to do but stair out at a rainy day. You have been blessed with an amazing compositional skill, Adrian.

Peace, my heart, let the time for the parting be sweet. Let it not be a death but completeness. Let love melt into memory and pain into songs. Let the flight through the sky end in the folding of the wings over the nest. Let the last touch of your hands be gentle like the flower of the night. Stand still, O Beautiful End, for a moment, and say your last words in silence. I bow to you and hold up my lamp to light you on your way.

@bigpinthst Danke :) Aber dass du nicht sicher warst, ob auch Samples dabei sind, war eigentlich ein tolles Kompliment... xD

@XxJustPainxX Hey du :) Danke vielmals für deine tollen Kommentare! Wegen deiner Frage: Ja, die CD gibt es bald online (Sie wird sehr billig angeboten werden, keine Sorge^^) Wo und wann werd ich noch bekannt geben.

@darknessgoth338 why don't they let you hear music like that?

I just dont think i can listen to anymore of your music tonight. I have cried my eyes out, my heart was already broken before i found your channel and my soul left in my tears as i cried so much. You have a gift. Your music touches broken hearts and broken souls.I am a empty shell of a person now from profound grief.

Of all your wonderful pieces, this is my favourite. It sounds so deep and calm, but yet powerful at the same time, You have accomplished what only the best musicians are capable of, and that is to create distinctive art. When I listen to one of your pieces, regardless of if I know you wrote it or not, my mind instantly tells me that it is your work. Good music is hard to find, but you have made the search a lot easier. Thank you for sharing your beautiful art.

Another amazing song..i don't know,maybe it's just me but i realized that in every song that you compose,lies a little story awaiting to be found..i found some of them and for that i say thank you Adrian for sharing your fantastic songs that fill my heart with emotion..Thank you!

its touch my soul......

My friend! beatiful song! i love gothic music. It makes me feel on the other dimension.

@Baneador20 what do you mean by sounds? VSTI? music programs? keyboards? ;)

This is so gothic

even after all these years of following you, this is the first time listening to this song ... it actually brought me to tears it's so beautiful ...... i love your music so very much and as soon as i finally find a way to live with my depressions i will somehow continue my studies at university and get a job and then it would be my pleasure to support you your music is .... it is so unbelievably beautiful .... it makes me laugh and cry and shiver and ... it touches me very deeply each and every time i won't be the first to tell you that and most decidedly not the last ... and as with all people who have such a large fan base i won't expect you to notice this comment ... after all i am just one in a million, right? ^^ but if you do read this, then i hope my message comes across the way i intended and maybe it will make you happy .... just as your music makes me happy you are an amazing guy ... humble and down to earth and very in tune with nature .... you are very funny actually ^^ .... and even though you probably die a thousand deaths in front of the camera, your nervousness makes me apprecciate you and your genuine character even more ... and between us, i would be just as nervous xD ... it is funny but i can speak live in front of 500 people in the cinema to sell ice cream and joke around with people but i can't make a video or voice message for just one single person to view ^^ ... i wouldn't be able to hold the camera like you do because of how much i would tremble you have my respect and admiration Liebste Grüße aus Berlin ;) Übrigens bin ich Dank dir ein großer Fan von der Schweiz geworden ^^ ... zumindest was die Landschaft und Kultur angeht now then ... good bye for now ... stay happy and always stay true to yourself may the night be ever in your favor ;) fare thee well the one and only Lady of the Night

What's on your mind, All-Beast? They killed your children, but you, soulless, you're not crying, just silently carying your pain. Are you preparing to shed blood instead of tears. Shall you seek revenge? Or stay back in the shadows, hiding from your suffering? Or, Loke's pet, you shall rise and fight for the survivors. One dead can save decades, but ask yourself first, feline, yours or the murderer's? The Trickster's cat should follow it's master's path, and share his fate. But your fangs are broken, your claws are destroyed, and all you have is a scream in the night. Turn your pain into rage, the sadness in anger. Follow your path, which is marked with blood. Because you're Loke's cat, and is your decision if you're a dishonor of your master, or his pride.

@OrdoJohn muchas gracias ;) I do my best.

I love this music you put up here on youtube. it is soothing to my broken darkened soul. it is awe inspiring.

Whole "Requiem" album is astonishingly beautiful, especially these compositions in darker & soulful mood.

Just want to say thank you. This calmed my heart and mind.

this is more than poetry, its like someones soul speaking to you from the darkest pit trying to find light again...whoa that waz deep!

Of course, don't worry about that.

Music, much like life, can be as great or small as we choose. It comes down to whomever is in control of it that makes it great or makes it small.

I lost my father a few years ago and its been very hard to cope with... but your music has helped me release my emotions and has helped me to move on :) and I can never thank you enough for that!!! your music has changed my life and I will forever love it :)

this is more than poetry its like someones soul speaking to you from the darkest pit trying to find light again...whoa that waz deep!

The music and images in this video bring back memories of years that have come to pass.

The darkest corners of my soul has been touched by your music......Thank you....

This is beautiful and haunting, with an slightly hopeful note to it, like the battle is almost over and you're going to survive...

@chocolatechoctaw Thank you very much :) Yes of course, I'd love to, just come to switzerland ;)

she sat above the stars waiting for him to appear never did he show for many hundreds of years she waited and apposed but little did she know he was dead for some time from the grave he shall arose. to the graves of the unknown, she traveled night and day until she found her love the killer shall pay for what they have stolen her lover who is now the nameless dead

Your music are truly a masterpiece. I enjoy every bit of it. I'm in high school and I don't care what others think I love music that makes you think, feel emotions positive or negative. Thank you for sharing such music and bringing it to my world.You and many others.

This is truthfully an incredible composition. I love it! You can feel sorrow, grief and yet solace as this music plays.

Wow, just wow. I'm glad I stumbled across your music, it's so deep and haunting. I admire your capacity for creation and expression, to instil a movement within another. Don't ever stop! :) The titles of the songs are also very creative.

People always disapprove Gothic music but it can be just as beautiful as any other type of music.

Could there be anything more beautiful than Adrian's masterpeices? The answer is no. His work is simply beautiful and relaxing. I use some of his work to help me sleep sometimes. THanks Adrian for such beautiful musi

And thank you for appreciating the music! And also for asking me first, because there are many people who don't...^^

If you read this, I'm sorry Brandon, but I have to agree with TenHoursOfMusic, people come on this video to relax and enjoy the music and fights like these ruin it for them (as said by themselves). That's why I offered you politely to a conversation via PM. Even though I have to admit it probably wouldn't have gotten to any productive result anyway because your opinion and mine are like water and oil. Either way, I hope you respect this.

Adrian, I wrote this after listening repeatedly to this song, Beyond the Veil, Angel of Death, Fallen Tears and Death Dance. The poem is now part of my Poetry Book: The Evolution of A Poet. Hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy your music! The Eternal Forest of the Nameless Dead Snow white wings settle beside the fiery close of another day, casting shadows on the dark side of the veil. What was cold stone by day light now appears to dance among the mist and shadow, drinking in the cool night air for as long as this time will allow. A full moon breaks through the trees, illuminating this magical moment with a gift that only this moment will allow. The nocturnal horizon swallows everything around it with the sounds of the river and the white winged owl, giving the only clues to life amidst the darkness. Beyond the veil, a light of such magnitude breaks free in a clearing, shining on some semblance of a glittering path where a single object stands alone. At the foot of the cold stone, a lone black rose, rests among the brilliance of the cold. Long ago, a name once there is now nothing more than bits and pieces of a requiem for a lost love. Without warning, the skies open up and rain falls, bouncing in iridescent crescendos off the figure of an upturned face, wings held high above as if to shield the nameless dead from tears cascading from the skies. Rain spirals down the stairway, filling every crack and crevice. Then, just as quickly as it began, the skies no longer cry. Once again, the moon gives way to glorious deep blue, and illuminates every façade. For a single moment, those who once loved, appear to dance against that magical curtain of darkness. The trees themselves which only moments before loomed grotesquely in the darkness, begin to sway in the macabre dance that was. Here, all is never ending, and regardless, the dance will go on eternally. As the first rays of dawn set fire to the horizon, a single figure stands in silent vigil… stone cold arms outstretched, and for the moment, brings to an end, the dance of the nameless dead. ©2015JLS

Schöne Musik so schön traurig und nachdenklich! Habe vile Freunde druch den Tod verloren, und diese Musik errinnert mich an sie! Ich finde sowas schön, wenn man sich dann in ruhe an alte Zeiten errinern kann und einfach mla seinen Tänen freien lauf lassen kann! Meine Seel ist lehr, wenn ich dran denken mus wie lange ich noch lebe! Ich sitze gerade vorm Pc und weine, da mich diese Musik sehr berührt! Mach weiter so!

WOW... MAN... THIS IS HEAVY AND LIGHT AND LETHAL... KINDA PUTS ME IN A BIZZAIRE STATE OF MIND... DON'T KNOW IF I SHOULD CRY COS IT MAKES ME SAD OR IF I SHOULD CRY COS IT MAKES ME HAPPY.

Your words..., Spoke very LOUD. As you said at the end, "Stuning" Just stuning.

To be able to manipulate one's emotions with their music is incredible. And you definately can!

@Ryanbassist Thank you very much! My two favorite Black Metal Bands have to be Windir and Taake.

Adrian, ich muss sagen: Respekt. Deine Songs gehen unter die Haut und sind einfach nur wunderschön. Genauso schön, wie die Alpen und die Wälder in der Schweiz. Einfach nur wow... Voller Mystik und Sehnsucht und wunderschön...

Very beautiful. So relaxing yet intense! You really know how to capture emotion. I love walking around at night (especially if there's a fool moon) and listen to your amazing talents.

Adrian all of your music puts me at peace. I don't read descriptions or generally read other's comments until after I have heard it for myself. It is so lovely what you create, and while some seem sad and soulful, it brings me peace

Thank you it was a poem that I wrote in memory of the impact I felt at the loss of someone close.

@StarFall131 this so beautiful because, it makes you reach deep into your soul. you get lost in the beauty of the music. Kudos to AdrianvonZiegler, this is fantastic!

@Rigmaster22 So you're saying this sounds just like Brachnirs Clam or A Celtic Lore for example...? (other songs of mine) I would suggest you should check them out first before stating something like that. ;) But if you just meant the orchestral songs: Yes, they sound alike. It's because they all share the same genre. :)

One of the pieces that got me into this wonderful composers music so many years ago!

Durch eine Freundin bin ich auf dich gestoßen, sitze jetzt hier, höre deine Lieder seit einer halben Stunde und habe dich nach nur 27 Sekunden des ersten Videos abonniert. Wirklich atemberaubend, diese Lieder :o

This song is so sad but to think for a moment it makes me happy b/c its the one thing that expresses how i feel.

Because of the title, I feel that this song was composed for all those people that were massively killed in wars and battles, and weren't even dignified with a grave , For those that are forgotten.. Beautiful piece

To those are lost and yet they be found may their souls rest in piece.

ill definitely try to be the person i want to be it will most indeed be a major challenge cause i do feel that my parents barely love me and i feel so depressed and alone constantly all the time no one ever talks to me ever and im still ignored but im so glad that at least u took the time out of your day amd/or busy schedule to send a message and reply, that alone means the world to me and i thank u for that.

No words to describe, the music transcends all words

I love it! Shrouded darkness and empty prayers... sometimes a soul needs music and images like this.

This song was used as the background music for a reading of "the Raven", read by James E, Jones. I fell in love with this song immediately, this song paired with that poem and that voice!! Almost too dark for description, however I will try. To me it is as a being immersed at the dead of night, alone, yet in a city of tortured, lonely and macabre souls liken to your own. Swathed in the sable night shade of leafless trees shadow, whilst napping by a tombstone of thy beloved. Separated by fates strings of life, but forever bonded by the links between two hearts. Then recognizing the sensation of thy beloveds touch upon thy cheek, only to awake to the wind as it carried a stray feather. Awakening to the oh so bitter sweet realization that they are gone, but cherishing the memories stirred by the winds caress." It could be the embellishing of a introvert, but scads of emotions welled inside upon hearing the magnificence of these melodies. In short Great Song!!

You have created some of the most artistic masterpieces that I have ever been pleasured with and they are few. I must say not one of your gifts to this world has been dissappointing. Its just sad that you do not receive the recognition you truly deserve. Thank you for creating music that darkens and soothes the soul at the same time.

@LadyLuzifer666 Danke für das tolle Lob^^ Irgendwie hatte ich mir schon gedacht, dass dir genau dieses Lied so zusagt... merkwürdig, oder? xD

Very nice work, music that makes us ''travel'' on its own way.. Amazing :)

I only just realized that the last 7 songs I've listened to, liked and favorited have all been by you! Truly beautiful and amazing! You have a gift and thank-you so much for uploading all this beautiful music!

When I need to find peace in my mind I can always turn to your music it help me in ways no one could ever imagine much love and support from this fan:)

This is one of my favorites... It's so depressing, like your whole world is gone. It's so perfect for our world.

Incredibly beautiful music. Thank you Adrian, you are inspiring me in my DnD narration & storytelling.

OMG THANK YOU!!! i totally had writers block on this one part and so i was looking for a song that would help me. i was totally lost on how to make this one character who seemed kind of... i dunno just not very talkative or a major part of the story.... to get to say something that totally helped the main character of the story, and you totally helped! thanks! this is my new favorite song!

Oh this is absolutely amazing. Beautiful, yet haunting all rolled into one. Fantastic, truly is.

This is beautiful! Not even that! It touches my heart! Self composed, brilliantly made, and I dare to say it's perfect.

This song is so sad, when you think of all the nameless victims of war and corruption and no one knew who they were or could identify them...it sets the tone very well for the theme of the song. I really love it!

I can tell that i'm going to be listening to this many times today.

thank you dude most of the music you have shows my feeling i have right now so will i love it all thank you for all your hard work and thank you for all the music

this is such a beautiful song that made me want to cry so sad and yet cause in me mixed feelings

I think I might have told you this before in a different video but you are amazing, I cannot stop listening to your songs

@MetalMedo93 Unfortunately not, its just Magix Music Maker ;) But I've found some really great VSTI and did a lot of work... thanks anyway :)

your music brings out my tears tht need to be shed.. and tht i thank u... ur music is so beautiful

I was looking for new music to listen to. Thank you very much. I found a new artist. Mind you that I didn't watch the video as I like to read with a glass of wine but the music went very well with my story! Thank you for composing this. Very beautiful work. Reminds me of snow/rain pouring down in the city.

I listen to this music while I am writing and reading my poetry. I am so glad people like you exsist, however scarce. When my pupils at school are being particularly vulgar, I really just want to play your music and show them what real genuis is.

I still don't understand why you're not famous in the outside world. All you have is RU-vid fans from what I see. You deserve more than that!! I hope dearly that your rare and amazing talent is soon discovered by someone other than RU-vidrs! You will go very far!!

Sounds really good. I'll add you as a friend. Gothic and black metal are my favorite genres of music. Your music reminds me of the symphonic and melodic moments within certain songs from my favorite bands.

Thank you so much! It's nice to hear that people like what I write. You see, my greatest goal in life is to be an author. I've already written a book that is going through editing by family members and friends. It's difficult, deciding when it's finished and good enough to send into a publisher. I'll keep writing till the day I die. It's my greatest passion and gift. I've made so many friends through it. Thank you, again, for your admiration. :)

Beautiful song

This needs to hit 1 million!!!!!!!

Beautiful! All of your music is quite wonderful.....it is not dark, only real and it is exquisitely beautiful....you have a talent for this type of music, don't stop...I think the type of music is misnamed since it is hardly dark, it is very emotional and enthrallingly captivating in its clarity.....dark is not a word I would use at all...death is only an illusion and so holds no terror for those who understand that our bodies are only vehicles...this is among your best! Bravo!

When someone listens to a song like this your brain makes you fill the way the pictures are and now that I watched this my brains filled with death music but still I love this music

YOU ARE AMAZING!!! Three days ago I found your music just browsing. Now I am forever hooked on this music. Thank you Adrian. :)

@realghost164 Most probably, yes. Although Collaborations are something I don't like usually, I am far better at composing when I do it 100% alone.

Could I use your songs for inspire my songs? I have a Symphonic metal band

This is hauntingly beautiful. Gothic inspired , and ethereal.

Adrian, Long time since I heard your wonderful music. I have been out of touch due to my career path. I finally got a chance to take sometime off and rest. Thank the stars above we have You-Tube. I was yawning and getting sleepy when I said to myself, listen to Adrian's music. Wow, boy have I missed it. It is so trance forming and soothing to the inner being. Thank You for sharing your music and talent. Blessed Be To You +++

Adrian - The music has size.lenght,width,depth... Congratulations - w o w ... 🎻

Work of art really, you have some talent, never quit making music like that, it is so hard to find music like yours but it was worth the long search.

This song is like driftwood, a dark and twisted master piece that floats around in ethereal beauty collecting followers as it goes. As ever a devoted fan Izzy ------x------