Hal

DeRank ™: 9,08

DeAge™ : 8375 days • Here since 6 may 2003

Keith Jarrett Live at Fenice - Venezia 19/7/2006

24 jul 06

Voto:

I don't know if it's just caprices of a prima donna. Perhaps it's part of her somewhat grumpy, strong character. Montanelli used to say, if I remember correctly, that those who have character have a bad one; maybe that’s an exaggeration, but I like the idea of linking the genesis of her music to a somewhat rigorous conception of life, much like Benedetti Michelangeli was, and in other ways, in a different field, Norberto Bobbio or the same Montanelli mentioned. Anyway, the physicality of Jarrett’s music, expressed even in this photo, is one of the elements to remember. Surely we can consider ourselves lucky to be contemporaries of such a figure. Hello John and ri-Haloa a todos.

Georges Brassens La mauvaise réputation

24 jul 06

Voto:

It is undeniable that Brassens and Villon were two fundamental references for Faber, to the point that Faber did not want to meet Brassens so as not to tarnish the idea of the artist he had in his mind. However, "copying" is an inappropriate and harsh term, especially because Faber gave a distinctive imprint to his music. Regarding Brassens, I remember that there were reissues of his records published by Philips at a ridiculous price; I believe they can be easily found in Italy in any music store.

Paolo Rossi Canzonacce + Hammameth e Altre Storie

24 jul 06

Voto:

Much comes from the theater performances that Rossi did in the 80s; he was already talking (not very well) about Berlusconi back then. But he also talked about sports; the phrase: "The stadium is mine, the ball is mine, aren’t you giving me the ball? That's it, I'm going home..." reminds me of the famous "ode to Evaristo Beccalossi," which made me double over with laughter for its surreal tone (more than the absurdity mentioned in the genres). He also did that TV show "Su la testa" with those monologues... how much music in that show... today I’ve somewhat lost track of Paolino; a few appearances on "Che tempo fa," a lot of theater... well, it hasn’t been an easy time for satire outside of theaters. Although he didn’t just do satire, it seems he started as a mime, but then he was kicked out of school because he talked too much ;) Those interested in reading Paolo Rossi's monologues (including "sogno all'incontrario" present on the CD) can get the book by Baldini e Castoldi "Si fa presto a dire Pirla." Haloa

Keith Jarrett Live at Fenice - Venezia 19/7/2006

24 jul 06

Voto:

The only time I saw Jarrett in concert was in a trio in Lucca, and on that occasion he got annoyed (quite a bit) because of the flashes, the only off moment of a wonderful concert. Of course, seeing him solo remains a dream; I hoped it could come true this time, instead ... As for the ECM releases, I know that the concert he gave at the Auditorium in Rome is also set to come out, which is why I think we’ll have to wait at least two years, if not three. Thanks for the SMS from the Frantz concert. Bye.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Richard Strauss Oboe Concertos

24 jul 06

Voto:

Non hai fornito un testo da tradurre. Per favore, inviami il testo in italiano e sarò felice di aiutarti con la traduzione.

Jacky Terrasson Alive

24 jul 06

Voto:

terrasson ... I remember first hearing him on a track in a compilation, perhaps in that case as a duo with Cassandra Wilson. Beautiful touch... but I must also say that whenever I read jazz reviews, my eye always catches the standards of Cole Porter, and in this case, if my memory serves me right, I see the title of that wonder, Love For Sale. Perhaps it’s time to dedicate a review to him with all the little gems celebrating love that he has gifted us. Haloa

Ludwig van Beethoven Concerto per pianoforte e orchestra n.3 in do minore op.37

24 jul 06

Voto:

Among Beethoven's concertos for piano and orchestra, this is my absolute favorite, perhaps because, in the corpus of piano concertos, it chronologically feels like the greatest departure from the past. If the last Mozart in this form was divine, here Beethoven reinvigorates the piano and orchestra concerto, enriching it with all the themes that would later become typical of his artistry. The first movement is breathtaking in the way the musical themes unfold, with abysses and cosmic spaces coexisting—something that seems impossible yet happens. I still remember when a friend lent me the record of the concerto; he handed it to me saying, "You don’t really know this?" and I replied, "No, not really," and he then said, "Lucky you." It’s true, the initial feelings of discovery are unique and always enviable.

Cassandra Wilson Traveling Miles

24 jul 06

Voto:

What a shame, little attention for this extraordinary performer, well celebrated by this review. I should have the album in the pile; I’m starting to lose track. I’ll check and toss it into the pile of "listens for the summer."

John Zorn Moonchild

24 jul 06

Voto:

I would dare to say that the reading is "tzadikzionalmente" difficult, but this time it seems even more in line with the musical proposal since Zorn is usually not an easy listening experience. Haloa