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Michael Paul Kramer - The Airport Pianist

As a minimalist composer and pianist, I play exclusively in the dynamic and busy terminal space of airports. My music is inspired by Ludovico Einaudi, Yann Tiersen, and Hans Zimmer and it blends simplicity with emotion

For airports, a public piano in the departure area has the potential to enhance passenger experience. It could offer some relaxation for those waiting to board their flights. Travelers could carry the music in their ears, leaving a lasting impression

This is where I perform, where departure and arrival meet, offering solo piano music that oscillates with the rhythms of movement and stillness, much like travel itself

 

In our ever-changing world nothing seems to stay the same. Sometimes we want to slow down, take a break, and think about what is really important in life

Mystic Viennese Waltz

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Mystic Waltz - Sheet Music (c) 2019 MIchael Paul Kramer

Mystic_Waltz_Sheet_Music.pdf

Airport Piano Session at Oslo lufthavn Gardermoen (Norway)

Following Calgary and Palermo this time I played a 45-minute session of my songs. The public grand piano is based between the access to the gates A-D and E-F right after security. Although travellers were heading towards their gates there was a crowd gathering at the piano and listening. The grand piano was in a fantastic shape, the best public one I have played so far! Nevertheless, Palermo is still leading in terms of the number of listeners. Looking very much forward to the next airport piano session during my trips

Airport Piano Session at Aeroporto do Porto (Portugal)

In the past, I have already received personal feedback during my piano sessions at airports. But something special happened during my last performance at Porto airport. A young Portuguese woman came to me and handed me a handwritten note with kind words. Her note mentioned that my songs had made her and her fellow passengers' day and compared my compositions to those of Yann Tiersen. Well, I did not play any of his songs but probably my compositions come close to his. This experience was truly unique for me and made indeed my day.
Actually, at Porto airport, because they have a professional setup with a Yamaha grand piano placed on a stage and loudspeakers connected to it, you can’t just walk in and start playing. Since I couldn't play last time without prior arrangements, I made sure to inquire the use of the piano in advance this time. To my delight, they opened and activated it for me at the scheduled time, allowing me to perform a 45-minute session of my songs. The communication with the responsible airport management was exceptional, displaying a high level of professionalism, kindness, and responsiveness. A true role model of customer service! I enjoyed the enthusiastic support from the crowd at Porto airport, especially when I played one of my new pieces called "Mystic Viennese Waltz," which will be released soon. Many fellow passengers, including those from my flight, gathered around as I played near gate 30. I am extremely grateful to Porto Airport for providing me with the opportunity to play on the well tuned Yamaha grand piano. I look forward to bringing some new songs with me the next time I visit your airport, which won't be too far away...

AIRPORT PIANO SESSION AT PALERMO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SICILY, ITALY)

I found the piano at Aeroporto Internazionale di Palermo "Falcone Borsellino" and played a 30-minute session of my songs. The audience was bigger and more enthusiastic compared to Calgary recently. As of today, Palermo is ahead of Calgary in terms of the number of fellow travelers applauding after the „show“. The next stop will be Porto, Portugal and then Oslo, Norway

Airport piano session at Calgary Airport (Alberta, Canada)

Recently I played a 30 minute set of my songs at Calgary International Airport this week while waiting to board my flight. As I played the final chords of my new piece, "To the Stars," a member of a Canadian flight crew approached me. She stopped next to my piano chair, lowered her head and whispered to me that she had been listening to my music all along, how much she liked it, and a few other gentle comments that I can't recall. She concluded with "Thank you for playing at my airport. I really thank you for that." I was so overwhelmed by her feedback that I forgot to respond and kept playing. It is rare that I perform live in front of an audience and her words touched my heart. As more and more seats filled up near the piano during my performance, I have decided that on future trips, wherever possible, I will play on public airport pianos while waiting for my flight. Somehow this event gave rise to the airport piano sessions. Looking very much forward to play during my upcoming air-travels

Mystic Waltz signed with WRD Music, London, UK

Release on 20 May 2022: so happy that my song „Mystic Waltz“ enriches this landmark dancesport music album created by WRD Music Ltd - Ballroom & Latin

My new piece „Soulmates“ has been pre-released on Audius a decentralized audio streaming service.
Soulmates are connected through a magical bond, a connection beyond logical thinking and consciousness. And they appear in our life only when we are ready for them. Have you met your soulmate yet?
 
Soulmates by Michael Paul Kramer on Audius (c) 2022

Sozinho - released on 30 March 2021

Sozinho (Lonely) is a song about the loneliness of a little bird. Loneliness, despite its negative notion, can have several positive perspectives. Amongst those, especially when analyzing a self-chosen solitude, are calmness, reflection, and recovery.

"Sozinho" (Lonely) has been released on 30 March 2021

 

Calma - released on 12 February 2021

Calma is the first song of the new album planned to be released in spring 2021

Everything in this world is connected and connecting with nature, touching a tree or watching the leaves dancing in the wind can be very calming. It is so rewarding leaning back, breathing the oxygen that the trees produce, and just enjoying being part of this very special connection

Tudo neste mundo está ligado e ligado à natureza, tocar numa árvore ou ver as folhas a dançar ao vento pode ser muito calma. É tão gratificante inclinar-se para trás, respirar o oxigénio que as árvores produzem, e simplesmente desfrutar de fazer parte desta ligação muito especial
 

PAUL - released on 25 September 2020

EP with 6 solo piano pieces enhanced by symphonic elements

Passion and Glory (Solo Piano) - released on 27 June 2020

Having a passion for an activity such as meditation, piano playing, painting, doing yoga or sports may lead to sustainable positive effects on personal well-being, which can bring happiness to our lives. The song is dedicated to all of the passionate people around us who patiently dedicate time and energy into their art and who deserve to enjoy the results of their engagement

Vai Devagar (Solo Piano) - released on 29 May 2020

Vai Devagar is Portuguese and means "Slow Down". This calming piano piece supports us to slow down, relax, and think about what is really important in life

Xau (Solo Piano) - released on 17 April 2020

Xau (port., pronounced like the Italian „Ciao“) means good-bye and my first solo piano piece tries to capture the emotional moments one goes through during this teary and difficult process while longing at the same time for the reunion - coming soon⭐️⭐️⭐️

Andrà Tutto Bene (Solo Piano) - released on 10 April 2020

Inspired by the Italian expression "Andrà tutto bene" this gentle solo piano piece miraculously approached my mind, its notes dropping to the piano keys, where I played it with virtually no preparation. It expresses calm, hope, and solidarity and I dearly hope it will brighten up your days