Calicanto

The Profile

Italian folk group active since at least 1981, described in the provided review as a leading force in the revival of Venetian traditional music. By 2012 the group had about thirty years of activity, twelve studio albums and two anthological collections. The 2006 album Isole senza mar features Claudia Ferronato and Roberto Tombesi.

From the review: Claudia Ferronato (with the group since 2001) and historical leader Roberto Tombesi (vocals, mandola, cetera, accordions) are featured on Isole senza mar. The album includes guest contributions from the Instrumental Ensemble of Galzignano Terme, the monks of the Abbey of Praglia, and the Spanish group Milladoiro, and contains excerpts of Gregorian chant.

Calicanto are presented as a leading group in the revival of Venetian traditional folk. The 2006 album Isole senza mar (15 tracks, ~1 hour) highlights Claudia Ferronato and Roberto Tombesi. The record mixes folk songs, male choirs, solo lullabies, instrumental dances and features guest musicians including Gregorian chant excerpts.