Liberace (full name - Władziu Valentino Liberace) was an American pianist, entertainer and actor. He is best remembered for reinventing classical piano music and presenting them to his audiences through his larger than life concerts. Liberace’s father was a French horn player who encouraged music at home. Liberace was a child prodigy and by the age of four, he could play almost any tune on the piano. When he embarked on his musical career he developed a trademark style of mixing classical piano tune with contemporary melody. The audience loved this innovation and his shows gradually became extremely popular. In addition, he presented the shows wearing exotic costumes like long heavy fur capes and building grand set-ups that included elaborate entrances and exits. His signature style was placing a candelabrum over his custom made piano. He even lived in a piano themed lavish home that reflected his flamboyant personality. For four decades he kept everyone entertained with his concerts and eventually became the highest paid musician in the world. He also created an impact on other great musicians like Elvis Presley, Elton John, et al.