Journey to Donnafugata

by Salvatore Bonafede

Overview

On this atmospheric set, Italian pianist Salvatore Bonafede performs a set of themes from the film The Leopard. While a few of the melodies are brief and act as transitions (particularly a couple Verdi pieces), there are some strong compositions here that are uplifted by the superior trumpet and fluegelhorn playing of Enrico Rava. Rava sometimes sounds a bit like Miles and at other times drops the coolness for some hotter solos. Guitarist John Abercrombie also adds to the atmosphere, as does guest acoustic guitarist Ralph Towner. Although none of the themes (mostly by film composer Nino Rota) are destined to become standards, the rich melodies, Rava's tone (which is often filled with longing), and Bonafede's arrangements make this a haunting and memorable outing. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	02/01/2005
Label:	Sunnyside Communications / Cam
UPC:	0016728500326
Rank:	205788

Tracks

1. Viaggio a Donnafugata
2. Gran Valzer
3. Reputation and Character
4. Mazurka
5. Polka
6. Controdanza/Taceas, Me Spectes
7. Galop
8. Quadriglia
9. Taceas, Me Spectes
10. Gran Valzer
11. Angelica
12. Valzer del Commiato
13. Viaggio a Donnafugata

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Salvatore Bonafede   Primary Artist,Piano
Ben Street   Primary Artist,Guest Artist,Bass
John Abercrombie   Primary Artist,Guest Artist,Guitar (Electric)
Clarence Penn   Primary Artist,Guest Artist,Drums
Enrico Rava   Primary Artist,Guest Artist,Flugelhorn,Trumpet
Michele Rabbia   Guest Artist,Percussion
Ralph Towner   Guest Artist,Guitar (Classical)

Technical Credits

Salvatore Bonafede   Composer,Arranger,Liner Notes
Giuseppe Verdi   Composer
Monique Mizrahi   Assistant
Ermanno Basso   Artistic Producer
Nino Rota   Composer
Barbara Ledda   Photography
Mario Guidi   Management,Contractor
Danilo Rossi   Mastering
Luciani Torani   Engineer