THE GREAT PASSION FOR BACH | CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT
Camogli: international magazine "Classic Voice"
interviews and praises Bacchetti
May 22nd, 2026 | 4:21 P.M.
May 22nd, 2026 | 4:21 P.M.
Press Release
From the press office of pianist Andrea Bacchetti
"Andrea Bacchetti, accompanied by the Nuova Orchestra da Camera Busoni conducted by Massimo Belli, is the star of the unreleased CD featured in the May issue of Classic Voice, performing two famous concertos by Haydn and Mozart. Born in 1977, he won his first piano competition (the "Soliva" in Casale Monferrato) at age 9, followed by his Milan debut at 11, which quickly launched an international career. A passionate interpreter of Bach - undoubtedly among the best around - Bacchetti's pianism is incredibly pure, intense, and magnetic. Two of the 18th century's definitive piano concertos are presented in a salon version that brings out fresh details in Haydn and Mozart's masterpieces".
This is how the prestigious international magazine, distributed throughout Italy and select European countries, introduces Bacchetti's new album. The feature includes a lengthy interview highlighting his extensive experience performing in major theaters and music centers worldwide alongside world-class orchestras and conductors. It also underscores his versatility, showing he is equally at ease with the classical rigor of Bach's fascinating structures, the multifaceted pianism of the 20th century (Bacchetti worked for many years with Luciano Berio), and the freedom of jazz-style improvisation. A charming anecdote looks back at his youth, when «I used to improvise on everything I heard, which even won me the absolute first prize in the improvisation category at the Stresa International Piano Competition».
As for the repertoire, Mozart's Concerto K 488 beautifully showcases both virtuosity and intimacy, captivating the listener as instrumental brilliance blends seamlessly with poetic depth. While historians define Haydn as the father of the symphony, he is also the father of the string quartet. This formal clarity and innovative spirit can be deeply felt throughout the concerto. «Working on these pieces, trying to get inside the minds of these geniuses, provides a powerful stimulus for endless artistic and personal growth. Every time you play it, you always discover something new that remains incredibly relevant, despite the passage of time».
The next CD? His great passion for Bach. Bacchetti has performed and recorded a large part of Bach's keyboard repertoire: from the Suites and Partitas to the Toccatas, the Goldberg Variations, the Concertos (in Turin, with the RAI Orchestra), and the Second Book of The Well-Tempered Clavier. After more than two years of study, he has just finished recording the First Book to complete the cycle. It is a massive undertaking, featuring over two hours of music across two discs. «I have been playing it for a long time, not just for the recording, but also to feel completely at ease performing it live in front of an audience».
"Andrea Bacchetti, accompanied by the Nuova Orchestra da Camera Busoni conducted by Massimo Belli, is the star of the unreleased CD featured in the May issue of Classic Voice, performing two famous concertos by Haydn and Mozart. Born in 1977, he won his first piano competition (the "Soliva" in Casale Monferrato) at age 9, followed by his Milan debut at 11, which quickly launched an international career. A passionate interpreter of Bach - undoubtedly among the best around - Bacchetti's pianism is incredibly pure, intense, and magnetic. Two of the 18th century's definitive piano concertos are presented in a salon version that brings out fresh details in Haydn and Mozart's masterpieces".
This is how the prestigious international magazine, distributed throughout Italy and select European countries, introduces Bacchetti's new album. The feature includes a lengthy interview highlighting his extensive experience performing in major theaters and music centers worldwide alongside world-class orchestras and conductors. It also underscores his versatility, showing he is equally at ease with the classical rigor of Bach's fascinating structures, the multifaceted pianism of the 20th century (Bacchetti worked for many years with Luciano Berio), and the freedom of jazz-style improvisation. A charming anecdote looks back at his youth, when «I used to improvise on everything I heard, which even won me the absolute first prize in the improvisation category at the Stresa International Piano Competition».
As for the repertoire, Mozart's Concerto K 488 beautifully showcases both virtuosity and intimacy, captivating the listener as instrumental brilliance blends seamlessly with poetic depth. While historians define Haydn as the father of the symphony, he is also the father of the string quartet. This formal clarity and innovative spirit can be deeply felt throughout the concerto. «Working on these pieces, trying to get inside the minds of these geniuses, provides a powerful stimulus for endless artistic and personal growth. Every time you play it, you always discover something new that remains incredibly relevant, despite the passage of time».
The next CD? His great passion for Bach. Bacchetti has performed and recorded a large part of Bach's keyboard repertoire: from the Suites and Partitas to the Toccatas, the Goldberg Variations, the Concertos (in Turin, with the RAI Orchestra), and the Second Book of The Well-Tempered Clavier. After more than two years of study, he has just finished recording the First Book to complete the cycle. It is a massive undertaking, featuring over two hours of music across two discs. «I have been playing it for a long time, not just for the recording, but also to feel completely at ease performing it live in front of an audience».
