We have a collection of 8 arrangements for Paul de Senneville - Ballade pour Adeline
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"Ballade pour Adeline" (Ballad for Adeline) is an instrumental piece composed by Paul de Senneville and Olivier Toussaint in 1976. It was written as a tribute to Senneville's newborn daughter, Adeline. The piece was first performed by pianist Richard Clayderman, launching him to international stardom and selling millions of copies worldwide. Its simple, elegant, and nostalgic melody has made it a staple of easy listening and popular piano repertoire, often associated with romantic and sentimental moments.