Elements

I have 6 Einaudi albums and this is my favourite by a large margin. Tracks like Night, Four Dimensions and Elements are out of this world and it is a deep pleasure to listen to the gentle melodies, tones and rhythms of this Italian piano maestro. The soundscapes of Elements resonate in the soul with their subtle uplifting qualities. Highly recommend this milestone of modern instrumental music.

Years ago composer and pianist Ludovico Einaudi performed his compositions on solo piano. There was elegance, subtlety, and spare beauty in these compositions which exercised a spell on you. In the course of time the number of instruments increased and there was initially the fear that the spare beauty might be diluted and the magic might be diminished. In retrospect the fear proved unfounded while the proliferation of instruments proved to be a very productive evolution, increasing the beauty and enhancing the magic.The present compilation comprise twelve pieces and only a minority of two are solo piano works. It is true that Ludovico Einaudi performs on the piano in all twelve compositions and the piano is the dominant force and provides the character for each piece. But the variety of instruments serve as elements of enriching and providing variety to the music. But there is unity in this variety because you have the unmistakable feeling that all compositions emanate from the same musical and charismatic mind. The compilation ends in a brief solo piano work as if the composer wanted to conclude the compilation in a whisper.Undoubtedly the present compilation is one of the very best works of the charismatic composer.

Excellent listening

Amazing pianist

For people who say his music is all the same I disagree; this album is a definite development . It requires repeated listening to fully appreciate the subtitles and beauty of this work. For me the track Four Dimensions is the most beautifully sublime piece of music; I listen to it constantly- the final section of what one can only term whirling where the strange and beautiful instrument the water phone comes in regularly moves me to tears. Live this is spectacular.

This one takes some listening. My first reaction was "classical Muzak" but repeated sessions convinced me of the quality.

Stunning and beautiful simple as that

Some of the record was a bit warped and would 'slow down' and then speed up on the record deck but still interesting music to listen to.