Chat Noir

The Profile

Chat Noir is an Italian piano-bass-drums trio formed in 2002 by Michele Cavallari, Luca Fogagnolo, and Giuliano Ferrari. They blend acoustic jazz with ambient electronics and post-rock nuances, emphasizing original compositions and evolving arrangements over strict standards.

Founded in 2002 by Michele Cavallari (piano), Luca Fogagnolo (double/electric bass), and Giuliano Ferrari (drums). Albums discussed in DeBaser include Adoration (2004), Decoupage (2007), Difficult To See You (2008), and Nine Thoughts For One World (2016). Their work integrates electronic textures and features collaboration with ambient composer J. Peter Schwalm.

Italian trio Chat Noir fuses acoustic jazz with ambient and post-rock textures. Reviews highlight their nocturnal mood, melodic focus, and refusal to follow standards. Albums covered include Decoupage (2007), Difficult To See You (2008), and Nine Thoughts For One World (2016). An interview confirms their 2002 formation and evolving use of electronics.