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ARGENTI's CD reviews : "Ferdinando Argenti plays inventive , swinging piano in the modern mold and writes ear catching tunes" (David Franklin , Cadence Magazine , USA) "The music is very classy- Argenti is a darn good classic jazz style CD" (Wil Owen , Rambles Magazine, USA)"http://www.rambles.net/argenti_selftitl00.html" "Mr.Argenti is certainly worth a listen-his vocals are attractive "(Michael Bailey , All About Jazz, USA)"http://www.allaboutjazz.com/reviews/r0102_007.htm" "ARGENTI is a contemporary jazz winner . Excellent" (Lee Prosser , The Jazz review, USA )"http://www.jazzreview.com/jaagas143.html" "Argenti has a full grasp of swing . His piano trio original 'Pisanova' smokes" (Jim Santella , All About Jazz, USA)"http://wwww.allaboutjazz.com/reviews/r1201_012.htm" "This one is a keeper" (Jazzman Online , USA)- "http://www.jazzmanonline.net/reviews0801.htm" "A CD that preserves the authentic spirit of jazz shines as a precious gem " (Paolo Treffiletti , Ciaojazz , Italy )"http://www.ciaojazz.com/recensioni/argenti.asp" "Ferdinando Argenti is elegant . His tunes are textured and with colors changing often" (John Barrett , Jazz Usa)"http://www.jazzusa.com/stories/shorttakes1001.asp" l "Ferdinando" Argenti "Argenti is an excellent pianist-his rhythmic tendency is often captivating" (Lynn Horton, The Jazz review ) "He has lots of swing and melodic feeling . It's loads of fun to listen to his solos" (Thomas Dern , Jazz dimensions , Germany) "He plays absolutely well and is really able to combine the dexterity of Oscar Peterson with Bill Evans' lyricism" (Leonid Ayckern , The Jazz Quad , Russia) "It is a visceral experience to be listening to Argenti's imaginative improvisations and at the same time watch this talented artist play his heart out, serving up food for the soul " (Bob Hoddeson , Seacoast jazz , USA)" "Signor Argenti is a fine composer and musician who deserves to be heard all over the world . Bravo !" (Ron Della Chiesa ,WGBH , Boston / WTLM , Plymouth , MA , USA ) ------------------------------------------------------------ All ARGENTI CD samples and CD notes : "http://www.jazzitalia.net/recensioni/argenti_eng.asp" Interview with Ferdinando Argenti : "http://www.jazzitalia.net/articoli/int_argenti_eng.asp" Radio Interview at WBUR , Boston on NPR :http://www.here-now.org/topics/_arts/al_020207.asp ARGENTI's trio & septet music site : www.interjazz.com/argenti ------------------------------------------------------------ Musicians on "ARGENTI"CD FERDINANDO ARGENTI, piano, keyboards, vocals TODD BAKER, acoustic bass RAETUS FLISCH, acoustic bass LIONEL GIRARDEAU, electric bass FERNANDO HUERGO, electric bass BOB SAVINE, drums STEVE LANGONE, drums JORGE ROSSY, drums STEVE HASS, drums RENATO THOMS, percussion ROBERTO CASSAN, accordion PHIL PERSON, trumpet MIKE PEIPMAN, trumpet & flugelhorn TIM MC CALL , tenor & alto sax BOB PATTON , flute and alto sax AL CRON , trombone JEFF GALINDO , trombone ============================================================ Ferdinando Argenti's biography : FERDINANDO ARGENTI , Boston-based pianist/keyboardist/ vocalist / composer / arranger , was born in Pisa , Italy , in 1954 .At age 7 , this multi-faceted artist began studying piano until he entered high school, during which time he gained experience playing with Italian rock bands ( although in the meantime listening to his father's American swing records ), and even won a national musical contest and appeared on Italian television. He continued to play music while a student of languages at the University of Pisa . At age 20 , Ferdinando began working as a full-time professional musician, touring most of Europe for 10 years as a pianist , keyboardist , vocalist and small group arranger in clubs , hotels and on cruise ships. During this time he developed a more comprehensive understanding of jazz and fusion music and wished to learn more about it at the "source." In 1984 , he left Europe for the United States , where he furtherly developed his jazz piano with Ray Santisi and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music. During this period , Argenti returned to his native Italy to perform in many jazz concerts with both Italian and American jazz musicians , most notably Chet Baker , Lee Konitz and Kenny Wheeler . Among the Italian jazz musicians he played with, we should mention Massimo Urbani, Paolo Fresu, Marcello Rosa, Gianni Basso, Flavio Boltro, among others. Ferdinando Argenti's brilliant jazz piano sound and improvisational style are a composite of Charlie Parker's be-bop , Oscar Peterson's blend of bop and swing, the lyrical approach of Bill Evans and Chet Baker, and some of the harmonic innovations and rhythmic feel of Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea . Argenti's sensitive vocal phrasing and delivery can be largely attributed to his admiration for Frank Sinatra and Chet Baker . After a period of music engagements that again involved traveling - this time to places as diverse as Japan, Scandinavia, the Caribbean and Russia - in 1994 Ferdinando got married in USA and established himself in New England. Here he ran all the gamut of gigs as a solo artist, tasteful accompanist, active member of many small groups and big bands, most notably the Artie Shaw big band directed by Dick Johnson . Throughout this varied forms of entertainment in clubs and concerts , Argenti's ultimate goal has long been to lead his own ensemble playing his own compositions and arrangements . This has now become a reality with the release of his own compact disc entitled ARGENTI, not only his name, but the name of his musical group and his music. "ARGENTI" CD is a captivating and well blended collection of Ferdinando's own jazz compositions and his arrangements of American and Italian standards. Ferdinando Argenti argenti@attbi.com =========================================================== Music description Argenti seven piece band : Argenti is an ensemble that plays its own brand of original music and its own arrangements of known American and Italian standard songs . Very much rooted in jazz , it creates a new sound by the sheer power of melodic lines and suggestive harmonies in the unfolding of the themes , developed then by the soloists through their energetic while at the same time poetic improvisations. The instrumentation is piano/keyboard/vocals , acoustic/electric bass , drums/percussion , accordion/keyboard , trumpet/flugelhorn , tenor/alto sax/flute and trombone . All original compositions , arrangements , vocals and piano playing are by the leader Ferdinando Argenti . ____________________________________________________________ Argenti jazz trio : Argenti jazz trio is led by Ferdinando Argenti and is formed by the leader on piano , always accompanied by a very musical and hard swinging bass player and a driving and inventive drummer , exploring a more strictly jazz repertoire made by standards and originals played with passion and joy . ____________________________________________________________ The Argenti & Rosa jazz duo : Ferdinando reunited in October 2002 with an old friend of his , Enrico Rosa , a great virtuoso guitarist from Denmark , to record an astounding instrumental jazz duo CD with original compositions by each of the two musicians , both born in Tuscany , Italy . The CD will be out in February 2003 , for information check www.enricorosa.com ____________________________________________________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ Radio airplay and interviews The music of Ferdinando Argenti and his groups - the ARGENTI trio and the ARGENTI septet - from the ARGENTI CD - has been played on the radio on WGBH , Boston : he was a featured guest on Ron Della Chiesa's "The jazz songbook" and his music was also played on Ron Gill's "Jazz Gallery"at WGBH , Boston . He was interviewed by phone live on the air at WICN , Worcester , MA on Joe Zupan's "Jazz New England") and WBUR , Brookline , MA , where he was a featured guest on Bruce Gellerman's "Here and now". This last interview was aired on National Public Radio . ------------------------------------------------------------ ARGENTI CD Introduction (liner notes ) The Leaning Tower isn't the only resource of which Pisa can be proud . If that building could speak , it would surely speak the name ARGENTI . If that building could hear its native son perform , it would undoubtedly give him a standing ovation (That's one way to keep that structure on its feet ). Ferdinando Alessio Argenti began studying piano at the age of seven . By the time he was 21 , this multi-faceted artist was a full time professional musician . Performing throughout most of Europe as a pianist , keyboardist , vocalist , composer and arranger , Argenti 's skills rapidly gained recognition . He played with many of the finest Italian and American musicians , most notably Chet Baker , Lee Konitz , Kenny Wheeler and the Artie Shaw band . Ferdinando's brilliant jazz piano sound and improvisational style are a composite of Charlie Parker's be-bop , Oscar Peterson 's blend of bop and swing , the lyrical approach of Bill Evans and some of the harmonic innovations and rhythmic feel of Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea . His sensitive vocal phrasing and delivery can primarily be attributed to his great admiration for Frank Sinatra and Chet Baker . But to those of us fortunate enough to have experiencenced Argenti in action , he has found his own definitive style ,which is consistently innovative , soulful and "in the pocket ". Currently based in Boston , where he had graduated from Berklee College of Music , Ferdinando continues to pursue and perfect his craft while teaching others to do likewise . He has run the gamut of gigs as a solo artist , tasteful accompanist ,active member of many small groups and big bands . Throughout these varied forms of entertainment in clubs and concerts , Argenti 's ultimate goal has long been to lead his own ensemble . To that end , he has spent some time selecting the finest musicians and material for his debut CD . His attention to detail is evident in his "fine-tuned " arrangements of " Song for Suzanne " or " Raccontami di te " , only two of the fourteen musical gems included . Whether " Ferdi 's mood " is romantic or swinging , latin or lush ,you can count on Ferdinando to turn in a sterling performance . Could it be just a coincidence that Argenti means silver ? I think not ! Sandi Smiles Apters Lyricist , jazz promoter Check out the artist's website: http://interjazz.com/argenti Track List: 1. Easy to Love 2. Raccontami Di Te 3. Space in Time 4. Pisanova 5. Song For Suzanne 6. You Don't Know What Love Is 7. Ferdi's Mood 8. In Cerca Di Te 9. Kristiansand 10. La Piu' Bella Del Mondo 11. Sea Sadness 12. L'acque 'hete 13. Bambina Innamorata 14. Our Love Is Here to Stay Suggested CDs:Other Genres: |