Blue Napoli

The Profile

Blue Napoli is a musical project set up by pianist Rossano Sportiello presenting jazz interpretations of classic Neapolitan songs; the album Musica was created within the Jazz Club of Ferrara.

Project led by Rossano Sportiello; performers mentioned in the DeBaser review include Gerry Gennarelli (vocals), Giorgio Rosciglione (double bass), Gegè Munari (drums) and guests Ellade Bandini, Fabrizio Bosso, Alfredo Ferrario, Daniele Scannapieco. Repertoire includes songs associated with Renato Carosone and Neapolitan classics (e.g. "Pigliate 'na Pastiglia", "Tu Vuo' fa l'Americano", "'O Sarracino", "Decitencello Vuie", "'Na Sera 'e Maggio", "Anema e Core", "Uocchie c'Arraggiunate").

Blue Napoli is a jazz project organized by pianist Rossano Sportiello that offers jazz interpretations of classic Neapolitan songs. DeBaser's review (4/5) highlights strong arrangements, notable guest musicians and Gerry Gennarelli's powerful vocals. The album was created within the Jazz Club of Ferrara and mixes Neapolitan tradition with jazz sensibilities.