The word "unconditional" is often associated with love, referencing the feeling that parents have for their children and pets have for their owners, but the word itself isn't limited to use on this topic. In fact, the very meaning of "unconditional" actually addresses a lack of limitations or constraints, as does the music on pianist Silvano Monasterios' Unconditional. This recording marks Monasterios' Savant Records debut, and the Venezuelan-born, Miami-based pianist breaks free from the shackles of Latin jazz labeling and looks past his local scene to create a rich program of original music that touches on a variety of styles and moods, ranging from serene to searing.

The rapport that Monasterios has developed with his Fourth World Ensemble, during their three years together prior to this recording, is evident from the get-go, as the music possesses a sense of comfort, regardless of the tempo. While most pieces usually hone in on saxophonist