Handmade – Adrien Brandeis

Adrien Brandeis, pianist-songwriter, presents HANDMADE, his fifth album recorded live at Bechstein Hall in Manchester. His music, both joyful, moving and deeply expressive, is inspired by the many places that marked his international tours: from the mythical Fenice of Venice to the majestic Juarez Theatre in Guanajuato in Mexico, through the Blue Note scenes in Shanghai and Beijing, not to mention its roots in France, where his artistic identity is anchored. A program for solo piano that stands out from traditional recitals by its strong Latin identity, presenting a repertoire of original compositions mixing rhythmic intensity, groove and improvisation, influenced by Latin and Afro-Caribbean music as well as classical music. Often described as “the most Latin of French pianists” Le Monde, Adrien Brandeis brings a special energy to the solo piano format, creating a captivating concert experience that naturally touches both improvised music lovers and classical music listeners.