The album is a monographic work, meaning it focuses solely on the compositions of Raffaele Bellafronte.
Compositional Technique
Bellafronte's compositions often incorporate irony towards music itself and its relationship with history, but never towards the listener.
Performer Biography
Davide Di Ienno, the guitarist on this album, is known for his full-bodied sound and his ability to navigate complex works with talent and confidence.
Composer Biography
Raffaele Bellafronte, born in 1961, is a composer who, despite not being a guitarist, has developed a strong and fruitful relationship with the instrument over the years.
Album & Artwork
The album cover features "Guitar and Newspaper," a 1925 work by Juan Gris, a Spanish painter known for his contributions to Cubism.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Raffaele Bellafronte's music aims for expressive density and communicative ability, resulting in a personal, intense, direct, and linear style that speaks to everyone without trying to please.
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