World-renowned Italian composer and pianist Ludovico Einaudi is set to perform for the first time at Athens’ iconic Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro) on September 26, accompanied by a 20-piece orchestra.
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A true phenomenon of post-classical music, Einaudi is widely considered the most successful pianist and composer of his genre globally. With a staggering number of streams across all platforms, he consistently tops classical music charts on Spotify, Apple Music, and even TikTok in over 40 countries — boasting more monthly listeners than Mozart or Beethoven.
Many fans were first introduced to Einaudi through his memorable film scores, including The Intouchables, I’m Still Here, The Father, and the Oscar-winning Nomadland, as well as television soundtracks (Doctor Zhivago, This Is England, Acquario) and advertising campaigns. His ability to connect with younger audiences is equally remarkable, with his piece “Experience” going viral and amassing more than 15 billion views on TikTok alone.
Albums like Elements and In a Time Lapse have become contemporary classics, defining a minimal, emotionally resonant style that has become one of the most distinctive sounds of 21st-century music.
Greek audiences have long embraced Einaudi’s work, with tickets to his past performances in the country selling out in record time. His upcoming appearance at the Panathenaic Stadium — one of the world’s most breathtaking open-air venues — promises to be an unforgettable evening, featuring highlights from his entire discography along with new music from his recently released album The Summer Portraits.
Tickets are now available here.
