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| Pianist/Composer MICHAEL RAGONESE's "STRACCI," An Adventurous Exploration of His Italian Heritage On STRACCI (stra-chi, meaning 'rags'), pianist, composer, and arranger MICHAEL RAGONESE pays tribute to his Italian-American heritage with six original tracks and two jazz standards performed in a trio setting. STRACCI is the sophomore outing for Ragonese and follows Day to Day (2019). A much sought-after accompanist, he has toured, performed, and recorded with some of the most notable names in the music industry. Classically trained with a degree in Jazz Studies, Ragonese pays respect to an older generation of pianists, but his major influences are more contemporary. He's influenced by L.A. players Vardan Ovsepian, Gerald Clayton, Josh Nelson, as well as VJ Iyer, and especially Brad Mehldau, who, like Ragonese, has a strong element of classicism in his music. Michael Ragonese's classical training and modern jazz sensibilities make STRACCI a unique and fascinating listen. His piano chops are solid, his compositions are imaginative, and his arrangements provide space and allow all the players to stretch out. With solid backing by LUCA ALEMANNO and veteran MARK FERBER, STRACCI is an exciting addition to the jazz piano trio oeuvre. Tracks 1. SOLAR 3:00 2. ESCAPE 5:22 3. IN ATTESA [LIVE] 5:10 4. TIDES OF TOMORROW PT. 1 5:07 5. TIDES OF TOMORROW PT. 2 3:51 6. LA PIOGGIA [LIVE] 4:28 7. I'LL BE SEEING YOU 6:16 8. COPYCAT 4:21 Personnel Michael Ragonese, piano Luca Alemanno, bass Mark Ferber, drums Arranged by Michael Ragonese write your comments about the article :: © 2023 Jazz News :: home page |