Islands - Essential Einaudi
Autore: Ludovico Einaudi
Editore: Chester Music

Islands contains the best of composer Ludovico Einaudi's works, such as I Giorni, Nuvole Bianche and Primavera, compiled for the first time into a single collection for solo piano. Also included here are two brand new tracks, The Earth Prelude and High Heels, as well as two remixed versions of Lady Labyrinth and Eros. Einaudi is renowned for bringing classical music back into the mainstream through his beautiful compositions, which often blend piano with other instruments and, in his later work, subtle electronic influences. Albums like Una Mattina, Divenire and In A Time Lapse have become hugely popular, and this collection features the cream of these stunningly atmospheric works arranged for solo piano. While these pieces would suit a player who has progressed beyond the beginner stages, you needn't be a master to play Einaudi, whose middle name is simplicity. Having garnered critical acclaim throughout the world, Einaudi's emotionally arresting and powerful compositions have been featured in films like Doctor Zhivago and television shows like Ricky Gervais' Derek, a testament to his incredible versatility and his ability to conjure a number of moods with his characteristic style. This Essential Einaudi songbook is the most accurate transcription of his incredible piano compositions available, making it the perfect addition for any pianist looking to master his definitive works.