Woodwind specialist Anthony Rodriguez announces Moonlit Side Quest, his third studio album. A chamber music reimagining of beloved anime and video game themes, the album marks a return to Anthony's classical roots alongside longtime collaborators Jerome Kava on violin and Matt Patton on guitar. Featuring both fan favorites and overlooked gems, Moonlit Side Quest releases August 28, 2026 on all streaming platforms.
Recorded as an intimate trio, Moonlit Side Quest features five newly arranged works from Dark Cloud, Tales of Symphonia, Sailor Moon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Naruto. Arranged by Anthony Rodriguez, the album trades spectacle for simplicity, allowing the expressive voices of woodwinds, violin, and guitar to bring new life to some of the most memorable melodies from anime and video games.
"After two albums with larger ensembles, I wanted to create something quieter and more reflective. Jerome, Matt, and I have known each other for years, and after making music together on my previous albums, it felt natural to return to our classical roots and simply play the music we wanted to hear. Every great adventure has quiet moments—this album is the soundtrack to those moments." — Anthony Rodriguez
Album Highlights
Five chamber music arrangements inspired by anime and video game soundtracks
Featuring music from Dark Cloud, Tales of Symphonia, Sailor Moon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Naruto
Performed by a trio of woodwinds, violin, and guitar
Arranged by Anthony Rodriguez
Featuring longtime collaborators Jerome Kava (violin) and Matt Patton (guitar)
Track Listing
Yu-Gi-Oh! - "Dark Solitude"
Dark Cloud - “Main Theme”
Tales of Symphonia - “Wood Carving Star”
Naruto - “Naruto & Hinata”
Sailor Moon - "Determination"
For Radio Programming
Broadcast-friendly files, interview availability, and additional promotional materials available upon request. Contact: ArodReeds@gmail.com
About ArodReeds
Brooklyn born multi-woodwind specialist Anthony Rodriguez records as ArodReeds. Known as the woodwind soloist for Naruto: The Symphonic Experience and The Witcher in Concert, his career spans Carnegie Hall, Broadway, Broadway national tours, and performances at MSG and the Chicago Theatre. Moonlit Side Quest is his third studio album, continuing his exploration of video game and anime music through expressive, genre-spanning arrangements.