David Macchione Quintet
David Macchione leads a new Quintet, side to side with some of the most exciting young players in today's European and global scene.
Embark on a cinematic journey of original music inspired by the sounds and colors of contemporary Jazz, improvised music and Southern Italian folklore that’s bound to move your body and captivate your mind.
Discography
David Macchione Quintet
"Burnt Roots"
Since October of 2013, an epidemic caused by the xylella fastidiosa bacteria has started to decimate the olive tree population in my home region of Puglia, in Southern Italy.
10 years later, science has not yet been able to find a cure for the disease, and the only solution seems to be violent eradication. But the further you look into this issue the more questions start arising- Has intensive farming and an indiscriminate use of herbicides brought us here?
Uncovering the tale of a history of struggle between local farmers and the central government, and of modern science versus ancient wisdom, “Burnt Roots” becomes an exploration of roots and identity inspired by the sounds and impressions of the Italian countryside and its people.
Fall Raye
"Fall"
Fall Raye (they/them) is a trans/non-binary saxophonist, improviser, and composer living in Boston MA. Their work revolves around the trans experience in the US, interpersonal relationships, and opposing oppressive global systems. Fall grew up in Las Vegas, NV, and began studying music at 12 years old, playing woodwinds, piano, and drums. They began playing professionally in the area at 16, eventually leaving to study at the Eastman School of Music from 2018-2019, transferred to Berklee College of Music and graduated in 2023. Fall has appeared on multiple albums, including Naomi Nakanishi's 'Hear Me Speak' and Raul Molina's 'Matria.' Fall has had the mentorship of many incredible musicians, including Terri Lyne Carrington, Kris Davis, Godwin Louis, Tony Malaby, Leo Genovese, Walter Smith III, and Miguel Zenon. Fall has also performed concerts with Miguel Zenon and Elena Pinderhuges, as well as spent a month in Italy performing concerts for the Sounds of Freedom music residency.
Published in January 2024 by Boomslang RecordsElla Zirina
"Intertwined"
Guitarist and composer Ella Zirina wrote her debut album, Intertwined, in residency at BIMHUIS Productions. The album’s beating heart are Ella’s improvisations, which are woven into a brimming musical bouquet, together with her trio and guest appearances by Tineke Postma. The residency gave Zirina the opportunity to compose for string quartet, bringing her music to awe-inspiring heights. On the album, the guitarist cycles through feeling misunderstood in a male-dominated jazz environment, fighting back, pedaling through periods of hopelessness and finding respite under summer sunsets in her home country, Latvia.
Published in March 2023 by BIMHUIS RecordsFederica Lorusso
"Outside Introspections"
‘Outside Introspections’ is the album debut by Federica Lorusso. A title that refers to the emotional process of moving abroad. Federica left Italy for the Netherlands to follow her jazz heart. "Now I have found my place and I feel like I belong here, but in the songs there is still a sort of nostalgia towards my home country, and that’s also why it is very introspective music. I think that this is also reflected in the recording process of the album itself, that has been entirely recorded in the Netherlands with other Italian musicians, even though this wasn’t really a conscious decision. I already knew some of them, but everything came naturally.. I think of ‘Outside Introspections’ as a sort of bridge between my home country and the country that I now call home".
Published in July 2023 by Zennez RecordsSimilia Jazz Ensemble
"The Single Petal
Of A Rose"
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Published on December 13th 2021 by Abeat RecordsMiranda Agnew &
David Macchione
"Parakeets and Pancakes" EP
Our small response to a very strange year. Rehearsed and recorded at home in Amsterdam, June 2020. Proceeds will be donated to the Artist+Activist Relief Fund (information here: www.wearesoze.com/relief-fund) credits
Self-published on January 16th 2021