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Track Listings
| 1. Melodia Africana I |
| 2. I Due Fiumi |
| 3. In Un'Altra Vita |
| 4. Melodia Africana II |
| 5. Stella Del Mattino |
| 6. I Giorni |
| 7. Samba |
| 8. Melodia Africana III |
| 9. La Nascita Delle Cose Segrete |
| 10. Quel Che resta |
| 11. Inizio |
| 12. Limbo |
| 13. Bella Notte |
| 14. Canzone Africana IV |
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The inspiration for Ludovico Einaudi's I Giorni was a 12th-century folk song from Mali about a hippopotamus who was cherished by the residents of a nearby village but killed by a hunter. "The song," writes Einaudi in his succinct liner note, "is sung as a lament for the death of a king or a great person or for the loss of a loved one." The result is a tender and introspective set of 14 piano pieces, performed on this recording by the composer himself.
I Giorni comes hot on the heels of Eden Roc, released just eight months earlier, which demonstrates Einaudi's popularity. I Giorni is the Italian composer's second all-piano disc, the first being Le Onde.
Einaudi's piano compositions, staples of the Classic FM diet, owe more to the music of Satie and Michael Nyman than to his former teacher Luciano Berio. Indeed, several movements of I Giorni, "Quel che resta" in particular, contain more than a passing reference to Nyman's soundtrack to The Piano. The pervading mood is melancholic and soporific--this is music to wind down to and let wash over you. --Rebecca Agnew
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
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Well... Another addition to my Einaudi Collection and I can say not a thought of disappointment has crossed my mind. Einaudi's inspiration seems to come from a song he heard whilst driving through Bamako in Mali with musician Toumani Diabate. The song was broadcasted on the radio, it was gentle and slightly melancholy and called 'Mali Sajio'.
The album consists of Solo Piano composed and performed by Ludovico Einaudi. Each piece takes your thoughts on a new journey but still with the trademark of the composers much loved music.
Should you buy this CD? Without a doubt.. it's great!
You could also try his latest film score... Dr Zhivago.. released in December 2002.
The album consists of Solo Piano composed and performed by Ludovico Einaudi. Each piece takes your thoughts on a new journey but still with the trademark of the composers much loved music.
Should you buy this CD? Without a doubt.. it's great!
You could also try his latest film score... Dr Zhivago.. released in December 2002.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Three weeks ago I was idly listening to Classic FM when I heard a piece of solo piano music that left me mesmerised. The piece was "Limbo" from I Giorni by Ludovico Einaudi. Inspired by what I had heard, I tracked down the album. On it I discovered music of such beauty that some tracks moved me to tears. Composition and musicianship is superb, the pieces appearing initially very simple but revealing hidden depths on every listen. In short, this album is simply exquisite.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By K. Fox
Format:Audio CD
As I am typing my review I am listening to this album - it is wonderful, soothing and inspiring. The meldoies are simple but do not just fade into the backgrond, they gently demand that you listen to them and you will want to. I have played I Giorni many times since I received it and each time I hear something different within it. I am so pleased to own this delightful music - my next step? To learn to play the piano of course!
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Very relaxing
I bought this item for the other half.
I ended up playing it just as much, it is very relaxing and ideal for playing in the car on long tedious journeys. Read more
I ended up playing it just as much, it is very relaxing and ideal for playing in the car on long tedious journeys. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr GSB
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Beautiful piano music
This is one of the loveliest music albums I have heard. If you want to relax, get it. If you are working at home, it can also be used as background music and I find it helps me to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Santa Claws
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great!
fab quick service, really pleased with this item, would use them again for sure. Great item so glad I didn't buy it in a shop!!
Published 1 month ago by Katherine M Guest
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Dull as ditchwater
When I first heard this, I was mesmerised and bought the CD. But on (only) a second hearing, it began to pale.
If you like repetition and lack of development, buy this disk. Read more
If you like repetition and lack of development, buy this disk. Read more
Published 2 months ago by A. Bowerman
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Beautiful music
My little girls even love this cd! It provides us with some beautiful calm in a hectic world. Melodic and thought inspiring, the piano transports us to landscapes more interesting... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Julie Shaw
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Head massage
I felt that when the pianist was lifting his fingers up and down on the piano, he was massaging my head! It was really therapeutic.
Published 3 months ago by daniel roberts
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Wonderful music
This is a beautiful CD of great music. My husband finds it very relaxing so we play it in the car......
Published 3 months ago by Cantab
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Great
Great recording. oo ooo ooo oo ooo ooo ooo ooo oo ooo oo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo iii iiii ii
Published 5 months ago by colin
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Keeping calm
I really like this, I listen at bedtime after mad days, and I belive I sleep better. I think its the repetition with variations that settles my rattled brain. ZZZZZZ
Published 18 months ago by Mrs H
1.0 out of 5 stars
Einaudi: I Giorni
Awful, hard on the ear. Lots of beating on the same note. Shame as one or two bits have potential.
Bought it for my husband's birthday. Read more
Bought it for my husband's birthday. Read more
Published 24 months ago by ChrissyBlan
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