Roma

Album Description

Enrico Rava celebrates a milestone birthday in style with the release of 'Roma', a captivating live album that showcases his mastery alongside fellow jazz great Joe Lovano. Recorded on 10 November 2018 at the Auditorium Parco della Musica in Rome, this concert brings together a talented quintet, featuring Rava on flugelhorn, Lovano on tenor saxophone and tarogato, Giovanni Guidi on piano, Dezron Douglas on double bass, and Gerald Cleaver on drums.

The album is a testament to the enduring legacy of Enrico Rava, who has been an ECM artist since 1975 and has contributed to numerous historically important recordings, including 'The Forest And The Zoo' with Steve Lacy and 'Escalator over The Hill' with Carla Bley and Paul Haines. 'Roma' presents a programme of well-loved tunes by Rava and Lovano, including the intricate 'Interiors' and 'Secrets', as well as Lovano's vigorous 'Fort Worth'.

With its pristine recording quality, 'Roma' rises like a great host of ECM recordings, quietly coalescing around the polyphonic, noir-impressionism of Rava's vaporous soundscapes. The result is a rich and sonically perfect set of music that captures the essence of a special evening in Rome. Released on 6 September 2019, 'Roma' is a must-listen for fans of Enrico Rava and Joe Lovano, and a wonderful addition to the ECM Records catalogue.

6 sep 2019

℗ 2019 ECM Records GmbH, under exclusive license to Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin

About Enrico Rava

Enrico Rava, the esteemed Italian jazz trumpeter, has been a towering figure in the jazz world for over five decades. Often hailed as the 'Godfather of Italian jazz,' Rava's career is marked by a unique blend of early Dixieland influences and his own innovative compositions. Starting his musical journey on the trombone, he switched to the trumpet after being inspired by the legendary Miles Davis. Rava's music is a testament to his evolution, showcasing a clear preference for ballads that build in intensity and pace. His collaborations, both with peers and younger generations, reflect his role as a mentor and a key figure in European jazz. At 82, Rava continues to captivate audiences with his exceptional skill and enduring passion for the genre.