This edition of Acoustic BOPS slows everything right down. Built around touch, tone, and space, this is a piece that invites you to listen closely, breathe a little deeper, and let the details do the talking.
Martin Howard – Selene
Martin Howard captures something quietly beautiful here, an acoustic piece that glows with warmth, patience, and real emotional clarity
Inspired by a moonscape painted by his wife, this latest solo guitar piece from Martin Howard feels intimate and carefully observed. Played on a fifty year old classical guitar, the track leans into warm nylon tones and a crystalline clarity that never feels showy or overworked.
Howard’s background in classical guitar is clear, but the song never feels rigid. Instead, it gently bridges classical technique with folk and contemporary influences, creating something that feels accessible and deeply human. Every note has space to resonate, allowing the melody to unfold naturally rather than rush toward a destination.
There is a calm confidence in this track. It fills a rare space in the acoustic world, offering original nylon guitar music that feels thoughtful, inviting, and emotionally open. Martin Howard proves that sometimes the most powerful statements are made with restraint, care, and a beautifully played guitar.