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LAC Trio

Active since: 2022

The Lac Trio was formed in Rotterdam in 2022 from the meeting of tenor saxophonist
Andrea Leone, guitarist Leonardo Franceschini, and drummer Carlo Longo. From the
outset, the trio explored a repertoire ranging from original compositions to
rearrangements of pieces from various musical contexts. The group refined its
unique language, crafting an identity rooted in a dynamic interplay between rhythmic
intensity and evocative atmospheres.
Their music is characterised by a strong improvisational spirit and unconventional
soundscapes inspired by contemporary jazz ensembles like The Bad Plus, Jakob Bro,
ADHD and the Paul Motian Trio

Michael McClintock

Michael McClintock: Multi-Instrumentalist, Composer, Educator

Michael McClintock is an internationally acclaimed musician known for his genre-defying artistry and deep-rooted passion for musical traditions from around the world. A master of the guitar and Cuban Tres, Michael’s work blends Jazz, Flamenco, Brazilian, Cuban, and Classical styles into a voice that is unmistakably his own.

He holds a Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City Conservatory (2006), where he studied with renowned guitarist Douglas Niedt. He later pursued specialized studies in Jazz, Flamenco, Brazilian, and Cuban music—developing a particular expertise on the Cuban Tres under master musicians Dr. Efrain Amador and César Hechavarria.

Musical Career

Scott Emmerman

Born: September 2, 1956

Scott Emmerman's compositions feature dynamic guitar playing incorporating elements of R&B, jazz, & rock. Born in Chicago, Scott was steeped in the blues at an early age but became enamored with the music of Jimi Hendrix and later began to explore jazz through the music of John McLaughlin. He performed on guitar with R&B singer Walter Jackson and founded the band Treeborn, a local jazz-rock-folk fusion band that released an album on Dharma Records in 1975 featuring his guitar playing and compositions. In 1980, he relocated to Los Angeles and participated in recording sessions with Bobby Womack and Tim Weisberg

Andrea Longato

Born: November 6, 1983

Andrea Longato is an established guitarist, composer, and producer whose career spans a wide range of musical genres and outlets. With over a decade of experience as a bandleader, Andrea has showcased his original music at countless venues and festivals across Europe and the US. His original music draws inspiration from notable instrumentalists such as Bill Frisell, Wayne Krantz, and Daniel Lanois, embodying a cross-genre aesthetic that is both contemplative and vibrant.

Andrea recently formed an exciting new trio with renowned musicians Rob Heath (Jim Campilongo, Justin Townes Earle) and Bryan Percivall (Verité, Britney Spears), performing his own compositions alongside unique renditions of pop and rock classics. His live performances are celebrated for their eclectic blend of influences and styles, all anchored by a commitment to improvisation and exploration that is quintessentially jazz. Andrea’s debut full-length album, “Thinking Heart,” is scheduled for release in January 2025.

Angelo Tatone

Born: September, 1986

Angelo Tatone is a live and studio musician as well a composer, arranger and music teacher based in Vienna.

He plays electric, classic and acoustic guitar. His technique and his touch on the guitar is a result and synthesis of many years of practical experience in different music fields such as Jazz, Blues, Pop, Rock but also classical and film music.

He recorded and produced several albums in different music styles and genres and collaborates with many bands, orchestras and musicians.

Together with Irene Malizia he founded Variando musica and furthermore he is teacher for guitar, improvisation, composition and ear training at Variando musica.

Ari Joshua

Born: September 17, 1979

Ari Joshua is a South African born, American raised jazz guitarist who wields an enlightened presence, boundless creativity, and visceral virtuosity. He earned a scholarship to the iconic New York City music school, The New School and before that he spent a year at Mason Gross School of the Arts. Many talented musicians have gravitated towards Ari's sound has earned him many roles as a side man and he has also led many ensembles performing original music over the years. His passion and dedication to the music , can be seen in his commitment and advocacy for music education. In the early 2000's he founded the Music Factory an in person music and online music school that employs passionate professional full time musicians and has taught over 40,000 lessons to musicians

Ilario Ferrari

Born: September 9, 1986

Early Years and Musical Journey

Born In southern Italy in a picturesque city called Terracina, Ilario has manifested a musical vocation since his early years. Though his grandfather was a reputed song-writer, Ilario never had the chance to meet him and grew up in a "non musical" family. Under the mentorship of guitarist Andrea Renzelli during his teenage years, Ilario delved into formal music education, mastering the guitar and self-teaching piano and composition. At just seventeen, his inaugural band, VST, earned a coveted spot in the finals of the prestigious national competition "Rock Targato Italia'' in Milan.
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Upon completing high school, Ilario ventured to Rome and co-founded the "Studio Mobile" recording studio with sound engineer and lyricist Giovanni Leo. For five years, he showcased and developed his versatility as a pianist, guitarist, and composer, crafting a diverse array of music projects, from orchestral works to pop/rock productions.

Musical Education and Recognition

Joni's Soul

Joni's Soul began as a collaboration between much loved "from-the-heart" singer Gina Foster and world-class guitarist Ronnie Johnson, attracting some of UK's very finest players with a shared love for one of the greatest singer/songwriter and guitar innovators of the last half century. 
 

Coyote, Hejira, Edith and the Kingpin, The Hissing of Summer Lawns, A Case of You, Trouble Child, Help Me and Gina Foster’s gorgeous version of Both Sides Now - it’s through songs like these that the band explore the unique songwriting and gift of performance Joni Mitchell revealed in her iconic albums Blue, Court and Spark, Hejira, The Hissing of Summer Lawns and beyond … 

Drawing on their own emotional response to these songs Joni’s Soul have looked beyond merely the faithful reproduction of the Joni Mitchell songbook to shine a light on the most soulful aspects of her words and music.

Andréa Lisa

Born: August 1

Andréa Lisa, the South African-born and New Zealand-raised artist, is a musical powerhouse driven by personal experiences and her deep-rooted inspirations. As a singer, guitarist, composer and producer, Andréa's diverse talents shine through in every aspect of her music.

Her journey in music began at a young age, with soul, jazz, and R&B sounds infusing her daily life. At 15, she started crafting her own music and lyrics, setting her on a path of artistic exploration. A graduate of the New Zealand School of Music with a major in jazz guitar and vocals, Andréa's passion for composition led her to create a rich assembly of genres that blend into a unique and captivating artistic alchemy. 

J. Garza

Born: June 19, 1976

John Garza is a Chicago-based musician & composer. John grew up on Chicago's northwest side, having been influenced by an eclectic array of musical experiences: watching Chicago blues on Maxwell street, listening to house and hip-hop on the north side, exposed to traditional and popular Latin-American music at home and in the neighborhood, as well as listening to American rock and pop. At an early age, John was fascinated by the jazz that came on the radio late nights, and that has become his genre of choice in a composing and performing context.