Galliano Sommavilla is a Melbourne born contemporary pianist, multi-award instrumental composer and author and has been part of the musical landscape in Melbourne for over 35 years. Within a myriad of musical 'hats' he also self produced and released a number of instrumental albums as well as having two best selling books (Italian cooking) published, 'Playing with Food' in 2006 and the successful follow up 'Music to Dine For' in 2008 (Brolga Publishing). With regards to these books, however, lie unique artistic differences in that the cookbooks also contain original instrumental music composed by Galliano. Both cookbooks (and music) attracted favourable reviews locally as well as internationally.

Entry into Galliano's world of music started in earnest as a youngster with lessons from the age of 6 and his own 'inventions', even earlier, during his 'highchair' years.  He has always continued to discover new musical adventures, from early childhood performances, continued music lessons (classical and jazz), school musicals and the like, solo performances, bands, duos, trios, teaching, support gigs including the memorable opening act for Buddy Greco in Melbourne, with his original instrumental band 'Galliano and the Word'.
All of this has created his individual musical being, his unique slant of musicality. From those early beginnings and subsequent influences over a life time of musical performances, he has worked hard to embrace the world of music and develop and mature his distinct musical style to what it is today. 

….."We are delighted to be able to offer such a musician that is Galliano Sommavilla to our patrons. We see Galliano as a rare talent; his instrumental performances on the piano are nothing short of mesmerising and are just what any cocktail style piano lounge needs"……..The Pavilion, Moama NSW.
…......the atmosphere was incredible. Galliano is a phenomenal pianist and entertainer, some of out guests commented on the amazing song selections...if this is a symbol of things to come, I think we will be extremely happy with the return of the grand pianist..........Venue manager, Atrium Bar, Crown Casino, Melbourne 2019
He has endeavoured to forge a respected career with regards to his solo performances, creative writing, as well as his many album releases.

His recorded music delivers a multitude of evocative blends. Genres include; soundscape/piano, soundtrack, downtempo, chill out, ambient, soft jazz, pop/rock, electronica, world, lounge, piano solo, new age and experimental. 

More albums are due for release in 2021. Recent releases include 'Breathe' and 'An Ethereal Landscape', in 2018 and 2019 respectively.

The 'One Song' series of albums including One Song, One Song 2, One Song 3, One Song 4 and One Song 5 released in 2020.

......I don’t think there’s anyone out there that loves piano, innovation, imagination, and creativity that wouldn’t find their way into what Galliano Sommavilla brings to his music – especially these “One Song” tunes.  Just like the last time around in reviewing the first of the set, he’s rockin’ solo-piano, all composed avant-garde right there on the spot & in the moment – and also just like last time, this sounds absolutely gorgeous from start to finish…maybe even more-so.  Perhaps with having conquered this challenge once already, the confidence Sommavilla was able to take into this next endeavor has him shining just that 10% more – all I know is, everything I’ve been listening to on “One Song #2” is just as stunning, hypnotic, and fascinating as I could have hoped it would have been in creating a sequel……Sleeping Bag Studios
This is Instrumental music for the soul and senses.

He has performed (solo piano) @ Crown Casino, Melbourne continuously since 1998.

An original project by Galliano Sommavilla, started on 6 May 2013 and finishing on 5 May 2014, culminating in the creation of 365 original songs, 365 songs in 365 days! Much has been said regards to this multi-genre instrumental project. 
...The very thought of creating a song for every single day of the year is daunting, indeed. Those that experience writer's block would never imagine taking on such an expansive task....... 
- Dan Macintosh

.....What I can tell ya about this particular post, is that we’re dealing with another fantastic audio slice of the gigantic pie known as Galliano Sommavilla’s 365 days of music extravaganza – you know, the one I told you about in the past review of his song “Ponder This” from a couple weeks back, where I explained all about this musical madman’s extraordinarily ambitious year of writing, recording, and posting a brand-new original song for an entire year?  Yep.  That’s same amazing project is where the “Chill Me Now” we’re talking about is from.........Sleeping Bag Studios
'Mr Gal' song/day 25……A deeply moving and soothing modern instrumental composition. This work seems to radiate equal part sorrow and bliss beneath the rich and arrangements where finesse and sensitivity are key components.......
Boulimique de Musique Sept 2020
Over 25 hours of original music was produced, some into individual albums. As well, over 60 youtube music videos.

Two songwriting awards 2013 and 2014 from ASA (Australian Songwriting Association), and over 80 songwriting awards from 'Akademia' (based in Los Angeles, USA),  including BEST Video for 'Galliano and the Sommavillains' (instrumental band), and 2 BEST album awards.

Akademia 'Executive' Award April 2019
for outstanding creativity, artistry and professional achievement in the field of music

Akademia Instrumental Ambient Artist of the Year awarded to Galliano Sommavilla, Pasadena, California, April 21 2016. Galliano actually attended the ceremony/awards in Pasadena, his first visit to the United States. 

VDL (Victoria Drama League) 'adjudicators award' for best original music in a  play (December 2015)

"……Anyone with an interest in contemporary instrumental music in the new age, jazz, electronic, and experimental arenas will find harmony and comfort in the music of Galliano Sommavilla. …… Matthew Forss Reviewer USA

…….Many of us rarely accomplish everything we want to get done in any given year. Yet Galliano Sommavilla has given us a healthy taste of the music he's created in just one year. That ambition alone deserves big kudos. And the fact that it's so good, only makes us respect him all the more. Perhaps we can call this Sommavilla's year of living musically………Dan Macintosh Reviewer USA

Galliano will also venture into the world of music licensing with regards to his original catalogue in late 2021.

“I love what I do,” shares the artist. “It’s a language I am comfortable using and doesn’t conform to one specific thing or action. 
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