Ascensus by Paul Cardall
2 videos • 27 views • by Paul Cardall Ascensus is a powerful concept album by Dove Award-winning pianist and composer Paul Cardall, featuring 11 unique variations on his central composition, Ascensus Christi: A Piano Rhapsody. Inspired by the tradition of classical composers who built entire works around a single melodic theme, Cardall invites listeners on a journey of emotional and spiritual ascent. From intimate solo piano renditions to sweeping orchestral arrangements, each track on Ascensus explores a different dimension of rising—whether it be through reflection, renewal, peace, or transformation. Blending classical elegance with cinematic depth, this album is both meditative and inspiring, offering a soundtrack for those seeking moments of clarity, stillness, and hope. Perfect for background listening, personal reflection, or moments of spiritual calm, Ascensus is a timeless musical experience crafted for the soul.