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The Story Behind 'Off I Go' from new album: Sgrìoban Dìomhair
Hello, friends! I'm thrilled to share the first track from my new album, Sgrìoban Dìomhair - Mystic Trails.
This piece, titled “Off I Go,” was composed during my time in the stunning landscapes of Scotland

Riccardo Pes
May 72 min read
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Òran an Ròin: A Haunting Gaelic Ballad Comes Alive on the Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye is a place of breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage. Its landscapes, steep cliffs, and serene beaches create a perfect setting for traditional Gaelic music. Among the songs that capture this spirit is "Oran an Roin," a haunting ballad about a seal mourning the loss of its kin due to human hunting.

Riccardo Pes
Apr 262 min read
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Loch Shin Bagpipe, how the sound of pipes carry centuries of stories
There’s something about the sound of the pipes that feels as though it’s been pulled straight from the land itself. When I played Loch Shin Bagpipe at Lauderdale House last week, I wasn’t just performing—I was trying to bring a piece of the Scottish Highlands into the room.

Riccardo Pes
Apr 262 min read
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Cello on the top Mountain Suilven: Where the Sky Meets the Earth
There are moments in life that leave a lasting imprint on our souls—experiences that elevate our everyday lives into something extraordinary. Recently, I embarked on an exhilarating adventure that blended nature and music in a way I will never forget.

Riccardo Pes
Apr 242 min read
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A Creative Collaboration with composer Luisa Antoni
Shenandoah's Plahn by Luisa Antoni. In 2019, I met composer Luisa, who created a 9/11 tribute for my recital and it is now on her album!

Riccardo Pes
Feb 52 min read
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A Night to Remember: Performing with the White Hall Orchestra at Teatro Zancanaro
Some nights stay with you forever. My recent performance as a soloist with the White Hall Orchestra at the stunning Teatro Zancanaro

Riccardo Pes
Dec 5, 20241 min read
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'The Waters of Kylesku' in Kylesku
Visiting Kylesku has been on my bucket list, its stunning views and rich history, has held a special place in my heart.

Riccardo Pes
Oct 11, 20242 min read
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𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒: 𝐀 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐩
Join me as I return to the iconic Sycamore Gap Tree to perform a special piece, New Life Springs, inspired by the new sprouts.

Riccardo Pes
Oct 4, 20241 min read
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Riccardo Pes - SUPERMOON
Featured in the new album QUBIT, 'Supermoon' is a track inspired by the new full moon when comes to the Earth in its closest elliptic...

Riccardo Pes
Jul 15, 20241 min read
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Riccardo Pes - LAMENT FOR THE TREE (@Sycamore Gap)
On Friday 6th October, I arrived all the way from Italy to Sycamore Gap to play my piece “Lament for the Tree”. I have been very touched...

Riccardo Pes
Jul 15, 20241 min read
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Riccardo Pes - HIMALAYA (with the Blanc String Orchestra)
"𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗰𝗲 𝗜 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱𝘀...

Riccardo Pes
Jul 15, 20241 min read
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