Pianist/ Comedian, Emile Pandolfi
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Pianist/ Comedian, Emile Pandolfi
Steinway Artist Emile Pandolfi is a highly regarded performer known for his mesmerizing live shows and sophistication as an artist. Born in New York but raised in Greenville, SC, Pandolfi is a classically trained pianist, an instrument he took up at the age of five. He earned a degree in piano performance, but turned to popular music afterward in search of more humor and flexibility. Such exploration led Pandolfi to perform in England and Australia before landing base in Los Angeles, where he would arrange compositions for dancing, acting, and opera coaches, cruise ships, and clubs. Most notably, his impeccability led him to be one of four pianists to record the anthem "Rhapsody In Blue" to be played at the opening ceremonies for the 1984 Olympics, not to mention one of 84 pianists to perform live at the event. This experience also led him elsewhere, mostly along the comedy route, playing improv shows with Bobcat Goldthwait, Jay Leno, Robin Williams, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, and many more.
Pandolfi moved his family back to his hometown of Greenville in the mid-'80s and became a resident pianist at a local club until 1993. During this time, he also recorded his debut album entitled By Request, which was picked up by a national distributor and released in 1991. Sales of By Request have surpassed gold status. His work is in such high demand that his various material of Broadway show tunes, standards, and film scores have lead Pandolfi to sell nearly three million albums worldwide. His album roster also includes the critically acclaimed Please Welcome... (1993), Nights on Broadway (1994), and Evening Romance (2000).
Aside from his musical passions, Pandolfi contributed his talents to a fundraiser with the United Way in 1994, a benefit concert showcasing his musical and comical talents while raising thousands of dollars for various charities.
~ MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
Classically trained from the age of five, Emile has applied his considerable technical skills to the creation of beautiful, classically influenced piano solo arrangements.
The live performance is more than a musical concert, however. Drawing on his years at LA’s Comedy Store and his very personable, friendly sense of humor, Emile introduces, or “sets up” each medley or piece. In the classical portion of the show, he uses humor and sometimes, costume to bring even greater enjoyment and understanding of the pieces. The result is that audience members quickly feel at ease and experience two hours of exceptional entertainment in a variety of genres.
The Christmas Waltz
Emile Pandolfi Lyrics
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Painted candy canes on the tree
Santa's on his way, he's filled his sleigh
With things, things for you and for me
It's that time of year when the world falls in love
Every song you hear seems to say
Merry Christmas, may your New Year dreams come true
Wishes you and yours the same thing too
It's that time of year when the world falls in love
Every song you hear seems to say
Merry Christmas, may your New Year dreams come true
And this song of mine in three quarter time
Wishes you and yours the same thing too
The first verse of the song The Christmas Waltz by Emile Pandolfi sets the scene of a cozy winter night during the holiday season. The frosted window panes and candles suggest a warm and inviting atmosphere inside, while the painted candy canes on the tree evoke nostalgic memories of childhood Christmases. The mention of Santa and his sleigh filled with gifts creates excitement and anticipation for the holiday. The verse ends with the line "things for you and for me," emphasizing the universal joy and generosity of the holiday season.
The chorus of the song repeats the sentiment that it's "that time of year when the world falls in love," acknowledging the special feeling of love and togetherness that seems to surround the holiday season. The line "every song you hear seems to say" suggests that the holiday spirit is pervasive in all forms of media and culture during this time of year. The chorus ends with the classic holiday greeting "Merry Christmas, may your New Year dreams come true," reinforcing the idea of hope and optimism for the coming year.
Overall, The Christmas Waltz is a nostalgic and romantic tribute to the holiday season, evoking warm and cozy feelings of family and togetherness. The use of waltz time and gentle instrumentation adds to the dreamy and sentimental atmosphere of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Frosted window panes, candles gleaming inside
The windows are covered with frost, whilst the candles inside the house flicker in the dark
Painted candy canes on the tree
The tree is decorated with candy canes that have been painted to look more festive
Santa's on his way, he's filled his sleigh
With things, things for you and for me
Santa Claus is on his journey with his magical sleigh that's filled with many gifts for everyone
It's that time of year when the world falls in love
This is the moment of the year where everyone seems to fall in love with the festive feeling
Every song you hear seems to say
Every song that you listen to during this season has a message of joy and hope
Merry Christmas, may your New Year dreams come true
I wish you all a merry Christmas and hope that all of your dreams come true in the coming year
And this song of mine in three quarter time
Wishes you and yours the same thing too
My song, set to a lively three-quarter time, also wishes you and your loved ones the very best for the coming holiday season and beyond.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SAMMY CAHN, JULE STYNE
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