Cecilia Sanchietti: La Terza Via
The leader's antiwar "Not (in) my name" is dramatic and multifaceted. It opens with poignant and bitter martial drumbeats. Belgian saxophonist Nicholas Kummert lets loose dense, floating lines over the resonant rhythm flourishes. Kummert, who is also an accomplished vocalist, makes his tenor sax sing in forlorn and yearning phrases. Pianist Pierpaolo Principato contributes a contemplative improvisation while bassist Marco Siniscalco solos with lyricism and eloquence. The tune transforms to a peaceful, lullaby like, nocturne and delightfully concludes on the cautionary note of Sanchietti's unaccompanied rolling thrums.
In contrast composer and bandleader Maria Schneider's "Hang Gliding" is exuberant and expansive. Principato's angular vamps contribute subtle tension to the ambience. Sanchietti and Siniscalco add lithe and agile lines that together create a suave, instrumental dance. Kummert blows with warmth, passion and erudite spontaneity. The quartet members complement one another for a moving and cinematic performance.
Equally intriguing is the trio's interpretation of the title track. It starts off with Siniscalco's reverberations echoing against silent pauses followed by the ensemble stating the theme with overlapping refrains. Principato lets loose shimmering crystalline melodic cascades. Sanchietti takes center stage with breathtakingly energetic and muscular polyrhythms showcasing her prowess as a percussionist.
Still early in her career Sanchietti has proven herself a unique and versatile artist. Her compositions are engaging, her drumming gracefully nimble and her rapport with her band fluid. The result is a charismatic work that, even without breaking new ground, is soulful and satisfying.
Track Listing
Which way; Circus; Not (in) my name; Shouting to a brick wall; Sweet & bitter, Run baby run; Emerging lands; Hang gliding; La terza via; Innocence.
Personnel
Cecilia Sanchietti: drums, composer; Pieraolo Principato: piano; Marco Siniscalco: electric/acoustic bass; Nicolas Kummert: tenor sax.
Album information
Title: La Terza Via | Year Released: 2018 | Record Label: Bluejazz
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