RICHARD ULMER | COMPOSER & PIANIST

Richard Ulmer is an award- winning composer and a neoclassical pianist from Vienna.

The piano piece French Riviera is one of his most-streamed compositions.

»His musical path has taken many turns, but his classical and indie-pop roots still shape his work.«

Richard Ulmer is an award-winning composer, songwriter, music producer, and multi-instrumentalist. His compositions and songs navigate between neoclassical piano music, ambient, and handmade indie pop.

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The discoveries we make along the way.

“I have come to think that music is not something we finish, but something we continue to discover. A harmony, a melody, or simply a sound emerges, inviting another, until slowly something begins to take shape. As the music unfolds, it becomes less about where it might lead and more about listening, exploring and feeling connected to what is happening in that very moment. Perhaps this is what makes the act of creating so meaningful and so profoundly human.”

The Forthcoming Debut Album

Richard Ulmer is currently working on his debut solo album, which is expected to be released in 2027 on his own label, Quiet Habit®. Building on his previous neoclassical piano releases, the album will further explore his distinctive approach to composition, bringing together intimate piano melodies and rich harmonies, subtle textures and atmospheric soundscapes. It marks the next chapter in his work as a solo artist, reflecting his personal musical vision beyond his songwriting and production work in other projects. Further details will be announced in the coming months.

Follow the Journey