Pianist Talk with Pecker - Ludovico Einaudi

To say that he's incredible would be understatement.

The 61 year old Ludovico Einaudi (eye-now-dee) from Turin, Italy, began composing his own music as a teenager and later trained at the Conservatorio Verdi in Milan.

He is, in my opinion, one of the greatest pianists and composers alive today. To say this man is an inspiration would be like saying freedom was an inspiration to George Washington, or Mel Gibson in the Patriot, or Mel Gibson in Braveheart. What I’m trying to say is that I have great love and affection for this man.

Your boy Pecker played piano when he was just a young lad (from the age of about 7-10). About 2 1/2 years ago I picked it back up and I usually play 2-3 times a week depending on what songs I’m trying to learn. Most of those songs are Ludovico songs, which can be quite difficult for someone who is still not all that experienced.

He began as a classical composer and you can hear that in how he plays, but he incorporates a wide range of styles and genres into his music so I still think you'll find something you like even if piano isn't typically something you enjoy.

All of his stuff is great, but if you’ve not yet been introduced to Ludovico, here are some of his works that I highly recommend for your virgin ears.


Ancora

Bella Notte

Nuvole Bianche

Samba

Divenire


He may not be a wild animal, but he is a majestic creature, and I would be doing a great disservice to both you and Ludovico if I didn't bring him to your attention. This beautiful man plays all over the world so it’s tough to catch him in the states. If I can make it, my plan is to catch him live on October 29, 2017 in DC. I invite you to join me, and together we will celebrate Ludovico Einaudi!