Jazz Articles about Armando Sciommeri

Pietro Ciancaglini: Consecutio

by Neil Duggan
October 10, 2023

Acknowledged as one of the leading acoustic bassists in Italy, Pietro Ciancaglini branches out into new territory on Consecutio. In addition to his double bass, he plays Fender jazz bass, six-string electric bass and five-string fretless bass. He is supported by his long-time wingman Pietro Lussu on piano and Fender Rhodes, drummer Armando Sciommeri and vocalist Chiara Orlando. Orlando is a surprise package, using her voice as an instrumental resource, usually to wordlessly harmonise with the bass. Despite the lack ...