Francesco Di Fiore, the pianist, states that the project's common thread is that he chose film music originally centered around the piano, and the composers all share a minimalist or post-minimalist background.
Instruments
The piano used for this recording is a Steinway D, with piano technique provided by Joost van Hartevelt from De Hamernoot, Middelburg.
Interpretation
Francesco Di Fiore views "Pianosequenza" as an interpretive work, where he acts as a pianist performing music mostly by other authors, contrasting with his previous role as a composer for his "Miniature" project.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Zeeuwse Concertzaal in Middelburg, Netherlands, between January 31 and February 1, 2015.
Performer Biography
Francesco Di Fiore, the pianist, previously created a piano cycle called "Miniature," where one piano piece was released online every Saturday from January to December 2011, accompanied by a visual interpretation.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Pianosequenza," refers to the cinematic technique of a "sequence shot" (plan-séquence in French), where a scene unfolds in a single, continuous take.
