Time Percussion

Album Description

"Time Percussion" is a captivating live album by Franco D'Andrea, recorded during the Iseo Jazz Festival in 2002. This release showcases D'Andrea's mastery of bebop, jazz, and hard bop, offering a dynamic and engaging experience for jazz enthusiasts. The album features D'Andrea on electric piano, providing a glimpse into his innovative approach to jazz that would later influence his work with the progressive jazz group Perigeo.

The album spans a rich hour and sixteen minutes, with tracks like "Luci sul fondo," "Contrasti modali (a) into apples (b)," and "Afro Abstraction" highlighting D'Andrea's versatility and improvisational skills. Each track is a live performance, capturing the energy and spontaneity of a live jazz concert. D'Andrea's unique style as a drummer of melody and rhythm is evident throughout, as he weaves intricate patterns and obliquely accented time-keeping into his performances.

"Time Percussion" is a testament to D'Andrea's extensive experience and collaboration with notable jazz musicians. His work with the likes of Michel Petrucciani and his settlement in Italy in the 1970s, where he collaborated with Italian jazz legends such as Romano Mussolini, adds depth to his musical journey. This album is a must-experience for anyone interested in the evolution of jazz and the contributions of Franco D'Andrea to the genre.

5 juli 2002

Philology

Paolo Piangiarelli

About Franco D'Andrea

Franco D'Andrea, born in 1941 in Merano, Italy, is a titan of the jazz world, renowned for his innovative approach to the piano and his prolific discography of over 200 albums. D'Andrea's journey began at the age of 17 when he started playing the piano, having previously explored the trumpet and soprano sax. His career is marked by a rich tapestry of collaborations with some of the most esteemed musicians in jazz, as well as his own compositions that blend bebop, jazz, and hard bop influences.

D'Andrea's work is not just about the music; it's about the exploration of sound and the connections between different musical genres. His album "Franco D’Andrea meets Dj Rocca" is a testament to this, merging jazz and electronics in a way that pushes the boundaries of traditional jazz. His teaching roles at prestigious institutions like the Accademia Nazionale di Siena Jazz and the MeranOjazz Academy further cement his status as a mentor and innovator in the jazz community. With a career spanning over five decades, Franco D'Andrea continues to inspire and influence, making him one of Italy's most celebrated jazz pianists and composers.