DARDUST

Pianist and music producer, among the most awarded and influential of his generation, Dario Faini, aka Dardust, has created a work that reflects the Italian and contemporary spirit of Milano Cortina 2026, combining tradition and modernity.
Dardust has already made its music resonate on international stages, from the Super Bowl to the NBA All-Star Game, through collaborations and live performances alongside Stromae, Lana Del Rey and Dua Lipa.

Even in his collaboration with Milano Cortina 2026, he remained true to his style, creating unconventional atmospheres, in a balance that plays between piano melodies and those typical of electronic music.

“Fantasia Italiana” draws inspiration from the iconic locations hosting the Winter Olympics, from Milan to Cortina. The soundscapes of the city and the mountains are translated into a contemporary rhapsody. The result is a work that pays homage to the Italian musical tradition: from Morricone to Moroder, from the energy of Salento pizzica to Alpine choirs, even evoking the legacy of Rossini and Verdi.

“Working on the anthem was a huge responsibility: touching such a powerful symbol means entering a sacred place in collective memory. I wanted to respect its strength, but update the sound with a contemporary touch. My goal was to leave a lasting emotion, a note that, in ten years, will recall a departure, a victory, applause,” said Dardust.

The announcement of the official soundtrack is part of the journey towards Milano Cortina 2026, a unique and unmissable event that brings together sport, culture and creativity in a project of international scope.