BRITISH HERALD
DUBAI EXPO
Neo-Romanticism born again with Virtuoso pianist Rein Rannap
E
stonian pianist and composer Rein Rennap performed an enchanting classical concert, accompanied by a soundtrack of pre-recorded electronic sounds set against a background of videos showcasing Estonia’s nature at Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre (DMA), Expo
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2020 Dubai. The joyful show introduced Rennap’s latest album, Ikka ja Alati (which translates to ‘Ever and Forever’), demonstrating his unique blend of classically-arranged piano compositions and pop music, which he refers to as NeoRomanticism. Jaanus Karlson’s accompanying electronic soundtrack and LEMO’s video
added to the concert’s sense of otherworldliness. Rennap has been playing the piano since the age of three and has been giving public performances around the world since 1968. Before the concert, he revealed that he puts his whole heart into writing his compositions and puts all his emotions into his live shows.
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