Celso Valli, who passed away at the age of 75, was a prominent and influential music producer, composer, and arranger in Italy. He was renowned for his exceptional capacity to merge Italian musical tradition with international sonic innovation, which defined a period in the music scene of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Valli, born in Bergamo in 1946, had a strong interest in music from an early age, studying at the conservatory and working as a session musician. His talent prompted him to work with internationally known musicians in a wide range of musical genres, from pop to film music, including light and television music. A notable collaboration of his was with Vasco Rossi, for whom he composed arrangements for several of his most significant albums. However, his work stretches well beyond this, with collaborations with artists such as Gianni Morandi, Eros Ramazzotti, Raf, Matia Bazar, Fabio Concato, Fiorella Mannoia, Mogol, Battisti, Ivan Graziani, and many others. Valli is also known for his extensive career as a music producer. He has collaborated with some of the most prominent figures in Italian music, influencing the sound of Italian popular music. His capacity to meld melody with innovative arrangements has established him as a cornerstone of Italian music, enabling him to create each piece with its own distinctive character. One feature that has set him apart throughout his career has been his ability to adapt to changing musical settings.