In Balance is an instrumental EP by Swedish composer Niclas Lundqvist, released in May 2025 by the Canadian independent label Signal Alchemy. Rooted in the organic ambient tradition, the release blends delicately layered piano motifs with evolving synthesiser pads and subtle sound design techniques to create a soundscape defined by stillness, depth, and quiet motion. The EP explores the emotional arc of regaining equilibrium after a period of personal challenge. Its title track unfolds in a steady, meditative flow—teasing its main melodic theme before receding into stillness, then rising into a soft crescendo. The production features carefully panned atmospheres and multiple layers of pads to create a sense of gentle spatial movement, resulting in a contemplative, immersive listening experience. Lundqvist, based in Stockholm, is known for his cinematic approach to ambient composition. A classically trained pianist, he draws from a background in scoring for film, television, and games, with a prolific output that bridges minimalism, ambient music with nature sounds, and emotive electronic textures. His works often reflect a “painting with sound” methodology, building emotional resonance through layered instrumental detail and harmonic restraint. Released as part of Signal Alchemy’s curated catalogue of ambient music, In Balance reflects the label’s ongoing commitment to supporting artists working within the evolving space of organic ambient. The EP contributes to a growing