The Day Piano is an international celebration dedicated to one of the most versatile and loved musical instruments in history. This relatively new holiday has gained popularity between musicians and music lovers all over the world.
The Day plan was born from the personal vision of Nils Frahm, a German pianist and composer known for his innovative approach that merges classical, electronic and experimental music. In 2015, Frahm tried to create an event that not only celebrated the tool but also serve as Platform to connect to the global community of pianists and piano lovers.
The choice of Day 88 of the year (29 March in the regular years, on March 28 in the years of leap) it was not accidental. In addition to representing Symbolically 88 piano keys Standard, Frahm wanted to establish a date that did not compete with other important celebrations of the music calendar and allowed an exclusive dedication to this tool.
In his original manifesto, Frahm said: “Because we need a Day floor? For many reasons, but mainly because it is worth celebrating the plan and everything that is related to it: interpreters, composers, piano manufacturers, tuning, enthusiasts and, of course, the tool itself. ”
In short, there are Five points that appreciate this day:
- Recognize the Historical importance of the piano In western music.
- Promote the Interpretation and composition Piano.
- Promote access to the piano For people of all ages and origins.
- Create one Platform for emerging pianists and established share their music.
- Inspires a new generation of interpreters and piano composers.
Initiatives and derivative projects
Since its creation, the Day plan has inspired numerous initiatives that have contributed to its international growth:
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One of the most significant initiatives deriving in the context of the day of the plan is Pianobook, founded by the composer and producer Christian Henson in 2018. Although it was not created directly by Frahm, Pianobook actions The same spirit of celebration and democratization of the plan.
Digital platforms and reproduction lists
The streaming platforms adopted the plan of the day as an opportunity to highlight music for piano:
- Spotify Has developed official reproduction lists for the day of the plan that are updated every year. These compilations include both classic works and contemporary compositions, presenting a wide range of piano styles. Lists such as “Piano Day”“Piano Moments” and “Background plan” receive special updates for this date.
- Soundcloud It has become an important space for the day of the plan, in which independent pianists share original compositions specifically for the celebration. Nils Frahm and other organizers usually create special collections in which these contributions are collected, giving visibility to emerging artists.
- Bandcamp It has established traditions such as the launch of compilation album in which income is intended for useful causes relating to musical education.
Philanthropic projects
Since its institution, the day of the plan has been connected Beneficial initiatives. One of the first projects was the fundraising for the construction of the “Klavins 450”, a 4.5 meter vertical plan designed by David Klavins, considered the largest piano in the world.
Programs Piano donation to schools In disadvantaged communities, organized by several groups inspired by the date. There are also
Scholarships For young pianists who cannot access quality musical training.
Most famous pianists in history
Over the centuries, numerous pianists have left an indelible brand in the history of music. Some of the most important are:
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Although better known as a composer, Mozart was a virtuoso of the plan and the clavicard since the tender age.
- Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano music has revolutionized with its sonatas and concerts that have expanded the expressive possibilities of the instrument.
- Frédéric Chopin: Considered and “poet of the plan”He has dedicated almost all his work to this tool, creating pieces of extraordinary beauty and technical complexity.
- Franz flour: Known for his spectacular technique and his scenic charisma, Liszt has transformed the concept of recital for piano.
- Clara Schumann: One of the most exceptional pianists of the nineteenth and pioneer as a concertist woman in a time dominated by men.
- Sergei Rachmaninoff: With his big hands and his extraordinary technique, he created some of the most demanding works of the plan repertoire.
Current pianists in the world
To integrate the list of great historical characters, it is important to highlight some of the most famous pianists that many of which you can see in concert are currently active:
- Martha Argerich: Although mentioned above, it remains a vital force in the world of the plan at the age of 80. The Argentine pianist continues to offer memorable interpretations, especially in the music and collaborations of the camera.
- Lang Lang: The Chinese pianist has reached an unprecedented popularity, bringing classical music to the mass public with his charismatic and expressive style. He is also an important ambassador and cultural educator.
- Evgeny kiss: Considered a prodigy since childhood, the Russian-British pianist is acclaimed for his romantic interpretations of the repertoire, in particular Chopin, Liszt and Russian composers.
- Daniil Trifonov: One of the brightest talents of the new generation, Russian combines an impressive technique with a deep musical sensitivity.
- Money Yuja: The Chinese pianist is known for his exceptional virtuosity, his demanding repertoire and his charismatic panoramic presence that has renewed the image of the classic pianist.
- Maurizio Pollini: Italian teacher for a long time, is still a reference in the interpretations of Chopin, Debussy and contemporary music.
- Andras Schiff: The Hungarian pianist is particularly celebrated by his interpretations of Bach, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert, with an intellectual and deeply musical approach.
- Maria João Pires: The Portuguese pianist is admired by the delicacy and emotional depth of their interpretations, in particular Mozart and romantic composers.
- Keith Jarrett: Although known mainly as a improviser and jazzist, his classical music recordings and his famous improvised concerts make him a unique figure of the contemporary plan.
- Hiromi Uehara: Fusion Jazz with classic elements and other genres, the Japanese pianist contributed with renewed energy to the instrument with his virtuosity and creativity.
- Ludovico Einaudi: The Italian composer and interpreter has brought the plan to a new audience with his minimalist style that blends classic elements with contemporary music.
- Víkingur ólafsson: The Icelandic pianist has distinguished himself for his innovative interpretations of Bach and minimalist composers, providing a new approach to the traditional repertoire.
