Spain 1992: Sevilla, Universal Expo – Trio with Alfonso…

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In August 1992, Francesco was selected with drummer Eric Kurtz to join 40 artists to represent Hawaii at the US Pavilion in occasion of the Universal Expo’92 in Seville, Spain. There, he joined Colombian bassist Alfonso Robledo to perform in the World Jazz Trio at the Belgian and New Zealand Pavilions.

Below, Curro, the official mascot of the Universal Expo ’92.

Hawaii 1991: Orvis Auditorium – Quintet with Lilian Terry,…

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July 26, 1991 Live performance at Orvis Auditorium in Honolulu.  Featuring: Lilian Terry (vocals), Gabe Baltazar (alto sax & flute), John Kolivas (bass), Eric Kurtz (drums).

Below: Lilian Terry with traditional Hawaiian leis, and Alice Crosara.

Hawaii 1990: Leeward Jazz Festival – Quintet with Richie…

Live performance at Leeward Jazz Festival, Hawaii, in October 1990, featuring Richie Cole (alto sax), Tommy Arsisto (soprano sax), Buddy Banks (bass), Lew Maddox (drums).

Check out two videos from the performance in the VIDEOS section.

Hawaii 1988-1994: Performances – Trio with Miles Jackson and…

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Live concerts at various venues in Hawaii.  Featuring from left to right: Eric Kurtz (drums), Miles Jackson (bass).  Check out videos from Hawaii performance in trio and quartet format in the VIDEOS section.

Below: Francesco playing the Yamaha CS01 at the Waikiki Music Festival, 1990.

Mexico 1983: Teatro Ocampo Morelia – Sextet with Juan…

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In November 1983, Francesco performed in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico, at the historic Teatro Ocampo with a sextet led by saxophonist Juan Alzate.  The concert was sponsored by the University of Michoacan (San Nicolas De Hidalgo).

Italy 1981-1985: Concerts & Festivals

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Early concerts in Italy.  Left and below: live in Bassano Del Grappa, 1985.  Right: Campobasso Jazz Festival.