Credits:

Meyer, Krzysztof (1943-)

Description:

Krzysztof Meyer's "Canti Amadei" was born out of his friendship with the Russian cellist Ivan Monighetti. While they were listening to Mozart's symphonies, they decided to compose a work on Mozart's theme, and this "Canti Amadei" was born. At the beginning of the piece, Mozart's work is quoted, and then Meyer's unique music draws us in. Krzysztof Meyer studied with such leading contemporary Polish composers as Krzysztof Penderecki and Witold Lutoslawski, as well as with Nadia Boulanger in France. Besides being a composer, he is also a pianist and musicologist. Tokyo M-Plus