Fantasies & Delusions

Billy Joel

Fantasies & Delusions

RELEASED: September 28, 2001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Opus 3. Reverie (Villa D'Este) 9:31 2. Opus 2. Waltz #1 (Nunley's Carousel) 6:58 3. Opus 7. Aria (Grand Canal) 11:08 4. Opus 6. Invention in C Minor 1:04 5. Opus 1. Soliloquy (On a Separation) 11:26 6. Opus 8. Suite for Piano: I. Innamorato 7:46 7. Opus 8. Suite for Piano: II. Sorbetto 1:30 8. Opus 8. Suite for Piano: III. Delusion 3:37 9. Opus 5. Waltz #2 (Steinway Hall) Meaning 7:00 10. Opus 9. Waltz #3 (For Lola) 3:28 11. Opus 4. Fantasy (Film Noir) 8:56 12. Opus 10. Air (Dublinesque) 3:46
Historical Archive
Fantasies & Delusions is a classical album by Billy Joel, released in 2001. The album marks a departure from his typical pop and rock music, showcasing a collection of classical piano compositions. It features the artistry of renowned classical pianist Richard Joo, who performed Joel's compositions, emphasizing the lyrical and melodic qualities that have characterized Joel's songwriting throughout his career. The album received mixed reviews but was appreciated for its ambitious nature and the blending of popular music sensibilities with classical forms.