9 times giant pianos brought sheer joy to the world

10 September 2019, 15:35

From film soundtracks and Christmas carols to classical music favourites, here are nine giant piano performances to brighten up your day.

Here at Classic FM, we just can’t get enough of those black and white keys – and these piano enthusiasts are everything right now.

Even actors Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock have given it a go...

1. Euphemia Allen’s ‘Chopsticks’

   Inspired by the giant piano scene on 1988 fantasy comedy film, Big, TV talk show host Jonathan Ross couldn’t resist requesting a quick demo from his guests Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock. And of course, it’s totally awesome.

2. Yann Tiersen’s ‘Comptine d’un autre été’

   

   ♥♥♥ Beautiful! ♥♥♥ Giant Piano Comptine D´Un Autre Ete L´apres midi (Amélie) - Amazing performance

   This dreamy piece of music found its fame on the soundtrack for French film, Amélie – and these talented dancers have dedicated their giant piano performance to the instrument’s inventor, Remo Saraceni.
   

3. Hoagy Carmichael’s ‘Heart and soul’

   

   must see! lovely performance on a GIANT piano

   This live performance took place at Weserpark shopping centre, in Bremen, Germany, and will totally lift your spirits.

4. James Pierpont’s ‘Jingle Bells’

   

   Jingle Bells on Giant floor Piano!

   Just in case you were looking for some festive cheer...

5. Beethoven’s ‘Für Elise’

   

   Beethoven on Giant Piano || Viral Video UK

   Giant piano duet, anyone?

6. Yiruma’s ‘River Flows In You’

   

   Must see! Yiruma on a GIANT PIANO

   Ever since it was featured in the Twilight saga, ‘River Flows in You’ has become a favourite for many – and this interpretation is simply beautiful.
   

7. Henry Mancini’s ‘The Pink Panther’ Theme

   

   The Pink Panther Theme By Il Grande Piano

   Written for the 1963 comedy film, The Pink Panther, Mancini’s catchy theme has become hugely popular with movie fans and received a nomination for ‘Best Original Score’ at the 37th Academy Awards.

8. Bach’s ‘Toccata and Fugue in D minor’ and Scott Joplin’s ‘The Entertainer’

   

   The Big Piano Medley: The Entertainer, Toccata and Fugue in D minor

   Shoppers were treated to two playful performances at iconic toy store, FAO Schwarz, but which do you prefer?

9. Frank Sinatra’s ‘New York, New York’

   

   NEW YORK NEW YORK - GIANT FOOT PIANO

   No giant piano video collection would be complete without this 1977 Sinatra classic... Enjoy!

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