Paolo Damiani

Italian cellist and double bassist and composer, active in jazz and cross-disciplinary projects. Known for using a five-string cello, leading ensembles (the 'Quasi Band') and collaborating with artists such as Paolo Fresu, Gianluigi Trovesi and Rita Marcotulli.

Plays a five-string cello combining double-bass range and cello voice; involved in cross-disciplinary projects (e.g. the album Baldanders with texts by Stefano Benni) and sound commentary for audiobooks (review cites Andrea Camilleri's 'Un filo di fumo' read by Fiorello). The album Al Tempo Che Farà won the Top Jazz award for best Italian album of 2007 (as noted in the review). Collaborators mentioned in reviews include Javier Girotto, Rita Marcotulli, Michele Rabbia, Diana Torto, Paolo Fresu and Gianluigi Trovesi.

A highly positive review praises Paolo Damiani's originality, his use of a five-string cello, and his eclectic cross-disciplinary projects. The concert is described as suite-like with outstanding solos from collaborators such as Javier Girotto and Rita Marcotulli. Minor mixing issues are noted, but the overall emotional impact is strong (score: 9/10).

For:Listeners of jazz, fans of Italian and contemporary jazz, followers of cross-disciplinary music projects.