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In March 2006, Francesco Crosara
performed at the third annual Morelia Jazztival 2006 with
a talented sextet featuring Juan Alzate on tenor sax, cuban
master percussionist (and Grammy Award winner) Roberto Vizcaino,
Efren Capiz on drums, Ivan Lara on electic bass, and Flavio
Meneses on electic guitars.
Playing to a sold out audience
in the enclosed square of a former 17th century cloister,
the latin jazz quintet performed mostly original compositions
by Francesco, a blend of jazz, classical, afrocuban and South
American influences with vibrant percussive and rhythmic elements. |
Previously,
in November 2005, Francesco appeared with the same format
in a more formal concert at the Teatro Ocampo, with a 2 1/2
hour concert which brought the audience on its feet.
This 2005 reunion - facilitated
by saxophonist and promoter Juan Alzate - represented the
return of Francesco back to Mexico after a 22 year period.
The press reviews and photos
below document the two tours to Morelia and provide a flavor
of the performances and the great art, culture and architecture
of Mexico and its people. |
Piano Solo Improvisation - Gymnopedie
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