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Artist
Chris Snelling
12+ albums
britishpianoenglishcomposer
about
It was the death of Freddie Mercury that first inspired Chris to take up a musical instrument. His parents were huge fans of Queen and in that moment Chris thought he wanted to be the next Brian May. Guitars and Chris didn't get along however and so a dusty old keyboard was found in the loft at home and it was suggested that he try that instead of the guitar... something clicked. At school Chris keenly watched the music teacher play the piano in assembly. He longed to play a real piano so one day asked if he could have a go. The music teacher, Mrs Philips, not only allowed Chris access to the piano but meticulously explained the workings of the piano igniting Chris’s love for the real thing. Soon the keyboard at home wasn't enough for Chris, he longed for a real piano, rich in sound with strings and hammers. As his parents wouldn't be swayed, Chris set about making his own piano from cardboard boxes complete with keys that worked little hammers (the inspiration for the title of Chris' limited edition signed CD). Chris improvised the sound of the keys with his voice and eventually his determination (or lack of voice) won out and a piano was installed at home. At school Chris couldn't get enough of the piano, practising every day whilst the other kids were in the playground. He became the go-to pianist for school performances. Early influences include Rawicz and Landauer and Elton John. His Dad’s collection of Hooked on Classics led him to another great obsession, Moza
