Pianotarium - Piano Tribute to Metallica  (Audio CD) 
by Scott D. Davis

"Pianotarium", is a solo piano tribute to... you guessed it, Metallica. I know what some of you are thinking, "Metallica?!?!, that's a Heavy Metal band, you can't do that on piano!" Yes they are, and yet their music contains great melodies, harmony, counterpoint, and is actually heavily influenced by classical music! "Pianotarium" reveals the genius of Metallica's work in an entirely new light; through the pure touch of a solo grand piano! FROM THE LINER NOTES: "'Pianotarium' is the most difficult album I've ever done, and something I ve wanted to do for over a decade. The challenges I faced, and the emotions I experienced as I tackled this music almost overwhelmed me. I quickly found my limits as a musician. I struggled to hear every note and nuance of Metallica s recordings, grappled with the seemingly infinite possibilities of how to best bring these masterpieces to life on the piano, and then faced the daunting task of actually learning to play the songs with only two hands and one piano. Each arrangement became an emotional roller coaster ride through agonizing battles with the demons of self doubt, fear, procrastination, and frustration; to the exhilaration of complete victory, and back again. Many people have asked me how a mellow pianist like myself can also be such a big fan of heavy metal music. In doing this album I discovered the answer to that question. Heavy Metal is fighting music, and in a culture that seems to value comfort and convenience above all else, it s metal that helps motivate me to fight those inner battles that have resulted in some of the most rewarding accomplishments in my life. This album is my tribute and thanks to one of the greatest metal bands, who s efforts have inspired and motivated so many, and shaped an entire genre." -Scott D. Davis