Final Fantasy X Piano Collections Solo Album

Product Description

"Piano Collections FINAL FANTASY X" is a CD album featuring classical piano arrangements of music from the beloved RPG "FINAL FANTASY X." This collection includes 16 beautifully arranged pieces that capture the emotional and dramatic essence of the game's soundtrack. Rather than simply reproducing the original game sounds, these piano arrangements offer unique variations that bring out new dimensions of the music.

Composer Masashi Hamauzu explains in his introduction that these pieces are considered variations, moving away from the original compositions that were created with multiple instruments. This approach allows each piano piece to stand on its own while still evoking the spirit of the original game music.

Highlights include "In Zanarkand," a dramatic arrangement that maintains the structure of the original piano composition, and "B-side Island," which uses the original melody but at a much faster tempo to reveal a different charm. "Luc's Theme" offers a simple and cute atmosphere, showcasing the versatility of the piano in conveying different emotions.

The album provides a fresh perspective on the dramatic story and music of "FINAL FANTASY X," making it a must-have for fans of the game and piano music enthusiasts alike. As Hamauzu notes, the more you play these pieces, the more you will appreciate the depth and intention behind the music.

Product Specification

Included Songs (Total 16 songs):

[1] In Zanarkand

[2] Tida's Theme / Nobuo Uematsu

[3] B-side Island

[4] Song of Prayer

[5] Traveling Company

[6] Theme by Luc

[7] Guadosalam

[8] Thunder Plains

[9] Raid

[10] The Road of Purification

[11] It's nice, isn't it / RIKKI

[12] Yuna's Decision

[13] People of the Far North

[14] Decisive Battle

[15] Ending Theme

[16] Decisive Battle (Special Presents)

Grade: Advanced: [1] ~[9], [11] ~[16] / Intermediate: [10]