Cielo Stellato (2024)
Instrumentation: piano
Cielo Stellato is a short three-movement solo piano piece that aims to capture the heavenly allure of the nocturnal sky. The first movement, Largo e misterioso, sets the tone with a serene atmosphere, sporadically interrupted by fluttering high notes. This subtle tension builds towards the second movement, Allegro brutale con brio, a very brief yet lively dance, marked by repeating dissonant figures. The final movement, Vivace e dolce, bursts forth with radiant joy, as we leap from one shimmering major chord to the next. However, our exhilarating adventure eventually winds down, and little by little we return to a state of peaceful repose."