Francesco Miniaci, Tchaikovsky Jazz Quartet - Virgilius (2023) [Hi-Res]

Launched in 2021, this project sees its members immerse themselves in jazz standards, each completely reimagined with a modern touch, drawing influences from Afro, Blues, and Traditional genres, while also daring to explore the realm of Free Jazz. Besides the conventional jazz repertoire, the ensemble presents original compositions, tailored specifically to the band’s unique configuration, with an aim to preserve and cultivate a distinct sonic identity. This serves to weave a musical narrative through the diverse tracks featured on the album. The album itself is named ‘Virgilius’, after a track dedicated to the illustrious figure of Dante Alighieri. This piece was penned in honour of the seven-hundredth anniversary of his passing, and it made its debut at the esteemed JACI&JAZZ festival in Acireale.