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Yanni in Words
by
Yanni,
David Rensin (Goodreads Author)
Yanni is practically a force of nature. With global sales of over 20 million albums, 35 gold and platinum awards, and a fan base of untold millions in nearly every corner of the world, this self-taught musician and composer has achieved a cult-like following. The Washington Post has called Yanni's career "a miracle, a lesson in pluck that could be taught in business s...more
Hardcover, 336 pages
Published
February 12th 2003
by Miramax Books
(first published 2003)
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Not being a Yanni fan, I wasn't sure what to expect from his book (I was challenged by a friend to read it), but it actually held my interest all the way through. Yanni's words of wisdom with regard to life, love, and creativity were interesting and at times thought-provoking (but not TOO thought-provoking; this was a light read).
The best parts were at the beginning, chronicling Yanni's childhood, into his college years, and beyond into his early music career. It's an underdog story...more
The best parts were at the beginning, chronicling Yanni's childhood, into his college years, and beyond into his early music career. It's an underdog story...more
Yanni is practically a force of nature. Not only has he sold over 20 million albums worldwide, and earned 35 gold and platinum awards, this inspirational artist has entertained millions more with his groundbreaking concert events at the Acropolis, in Athens, at India's Taj Mahal, and in China's Forbidden City. No wonder the Washington Post called Yanni's career "a miracle, a lesson in pluck that could be taught in business school, preached from pulpits and woven into bedtime stories." ...more
I have this book standing up proudly on my desk at work... Not because it's good.
Mainly because I bought it for 1 dollar, and the reaction I get when people walk in for a meeting is hilarious.
The inside covers first sentence reads, "Yanni is practically a force of nature"...
I basically died of laughter. It was terrible, i had to call the ambulance and everything.
Mainly because I bought it for 1 dollar, and the reaction I get when people walk in for a meeting is hilarious.
The inside covers first sentence reads, "Yanni is practically a force of nature"...
I basically died of laughter. It was terrible, i had to call the ambulance and everything.
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An inspiring easy read. Yanni is a self-taught musician from Greece who developed his own approach to musical creativity. His book, "Yanni in Words," is a tremendous story of one man's persistent desire to bring his music to the world.
Insightful read about Yannis' rise and fame, his family, and love affair with Linda Evans - If you happen to be a fan of his music, this will certainly entertain.
Great showbiz bio with lots of background information that helps to understand the success of this incredible artist.
an incredible story of a creative genius. disappointed by his religious views, but nonetheless a great story.
Yanni
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I know it's a guy but he has my name so I'm intrested.
For fans of Yanni...
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Of course I am going to read a book like this! If you are into people who have amazing talents and how they made it to where they are now...this would be really good to read. Yanni is my "idol" when it comes to piano playing and I just wanted to find out what he is all about!
This book was great. The story of his life was told with descriptinve language and alot of details. This book had me captivated from the first page. Granted, it had it's dry spots, but anyone can enjoy this book, especially a devout Yanni fan :-D
It made me understand why he is such a jerk
I don't know why I read this.
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