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Skylines

10/7/2022, 14 Tracks, 58:27

Featuring

  • Damiano Grandesso
  • Stefano Papa
  • Massimiliano Girardi
  • Livia Ferrara
  • Milano Saxophone Quartet
  • Willem van Merwijk (Guillermo Lago)
  • Pepito Ros
  • Maarten De Splenter

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Recording & Production

This album, 'Skylines', was recorded in San Francesco's Church in Schio, Italy, from January 2nd to 5th, 2022.

Source: Booklet

Historical Context

The saxophone, invented by Adolphe Sax around 1846, has become a formidable competitor to trumpets and cornets in bands since World War I and gained popularity in jazz.

Source: Booklet

Interpretation

The Milano Saxophone Quartet's distinctive sound is a sophisticated blend of a jazz background and classical maturity, showcased in these recordings.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

The Milano Saxophone Quartet members — Damiano Grandesso (soprano), Stefano Papa (alto), Massimiliano Girardi (tenor), and Livia Ferrara (baritone) — pursued extensive studies in various academic institutions across Europe.

Source: Booklet

Compositional Technique

The saxophone quartet, utilizing its full family (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone), is inspiring composers to create new repertoires, challenging the traditional string quartet.

Source: Booklet

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