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Francesco Crosara: Jazz Journeys from Rome to Seattle
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Today, the Spotlight shines on jazz pianist, composer, and educator
Francesco Crosara
pianob.1960
Francesco was born and raised in Rome, Italy, where both jazz and classical music came into his life early on, particularly through his mother, the influential jazz singer, broadcaster, and educator
Francesco Crosara
pianob.1960
Francesco Crosara
pianob.1960
Max Roach
drums1925 - 2007
Chick Corea
piano1941 - 2021
Chick Corea
piano1941 - 2021
Francesco studied classical piano, music theory, and composition at the Conservatory of Music Santa Cecilia in Rome. After three years, he transferred to the Conservatory of Frosinone to specialize in jazz harmony, composition, and improvisation. While attending USC in {jny: Los Angeles}}, he became a permanent member of the USC Jazz Big Band.
We spoke in early March 2024, several weeks after the release of Francesco's album, Circular Motion (Origin Records/OA2 Records). The record consists of all original material, including a revisiting of his compositions dating back over 40 years.
As longtime listeners will know, we've recorded episodes in recording studios, over Zoom, in front of live audiences, and backstage at concerts. This episode marks the first time that it was recorded at my kitchen table! Francesco lives not too far from Spotlight On World Headquarters, and he graciously stopped by to record in person.
It was a treat to sit across the table from Francesco, in person, and talk about music, pianists, and his work as an educator and mentor. Enjoy our talk.
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