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Fabrizio Bosso Quartet

With “We Wonder”, trumpeter Fabrizio Bosso pays homage to the musical genius Stevie Wonder; his idol ever since he began to explore his first notes of jazz.

The vital energy of the unmistakable style of Stevie Wonder combined with the technique and lyricism of Bosso’s trumpet, the care taken in making the arrangements, and the musical personality of each musician of the quartet, are the elements that make this new project unique and precious

Fabrizio Bosso’s trumpet, the piano and keyboard of Julian Oliver Mazzariello, the bass and double bass of Jacopo Ferrazza, together with the drums of Nicola Angelucci, offer their audiences an intense and exciting performance. 

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Tarek Yamani Trio

The Tarek Yamani Trio is a prominent formation that combines technical excellence with innovation, bringing contemporary jazz music to new levels of expression and creativity.
Composed of Tarek Yamani on piano, Igor Spallati on double bass and Ugo Alunni on drums, this trio represents a unique synthesis of international talent and artistic sensitivity.

Renowned Lebanese-American pianist, Tarek Yamani is known for winning the “Thelonious Monk Int’ Jazz Composers Competition” and for sharing the stage with some of the greatest names in jazz, such as Wayne Shorter, Richard Bona and Esperanza Spalding.

His mastery on the piano is enriched by the collaboration with Igor Spallati, a double bass player gifted with a refined technique and a profound sensitivity, who brings a solid foundation and dynamism to the trio. Ugo Alunni, on drums, completes the group with his engaging groove and creativity, adding rhythms and colors that elevate each performance.

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Duduka Da Fonseca Samba Jazz Trio

Duduka Da Fonseca Samba Jazz Trio’s concert is an emotional journey that fuses the passion of Brazilian samba with the elegance of contemporary jazz.

Born in Rio de Janeiro, Duduka Da Fonseca is a renowned international drummer nominated four times for a Grammy Award. His career, which includes over 250 albums, sees him starring in collaborations with icons of American and Brazilian jazz. He has recorded 25 albums as leader or co-leader, establishing himself as one of the most influential Brazilian drummers in the jazz scene

The Samba Jazz Trio, composed of Duduka Da Fonseca on drums, Dario Eskenazi on piano and Alfredo Paixao on double bass, offers performances that celebrate the perfect synthesis between the liveliness of samba and the refinement of jazz, giving the audience an extraordinary and engaging experience.

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Danilo Rea Trio

The Danilo Rea Trio is one of the brightest stars on the Italian jazz scene. The soul of this ensemble is master pianist, Danilo Rea: his skill in improvisation and his unique style give the trio a musical depth and richness that immediately captures listeners attentions.

Alongside Rea, the renowned Catania double bass player, Nello Toscano, stands out for his versatility and expressive depth, while the talented drummer, Mimmo Cafiero, further enriches the trio’s musical dialogue with his dynamic and precise rhythm.

Rea, Toscano, and Cafiero create a unique synergy the offers their public an engaging experience celebrating the essence of Italian jazz with innovation and passion.