Sunday August 2
"If you bemoan the passing of exquisite sessions....artfully played swing....prepare yourself for a decidedly international take on that all too rare listening experience." - Elliot Simon / AllAboutJazz
Nicki Parrott
"Parrott is indeed the whole package." - AllAboutJazz
With expressive elegance, Nicki Parrott has charmed audiences worldwide with performances showcasing her dynamic voice and commanding musicianship.
Nicki’s releases "Fly Me To The Moon and "Moon River" were voted Swing Journal Magazine Critic’s Poll, “Best Jazz Vocal Albums.“
Nicki performs regularly on Monday nights at the Iridium Jazz Club NYC as part of the legendary Les Paul Trio. Nicki was Les Paul’s bassist and vocalist for over 10 years. In addition to performing at most of the world’s top jazz festivals, Nicki has performed with jazz greats Randy Brecker, Clark Terry, Jose Feliciano, Rebecca Paris, Bucky Pizzarelli, John Pizzarelli, Dick Hyman, Patti Labelle & the New York Pops Orchestra, Harry Allen, Michel Legrand, Marlena Shaw, Mike Stern, David Krakauer, Ken Peplowski, Ann Hampton Callaway, Scott Hamilton, Larry Carlton and Victor Wooten.
Rossano Sportiello
"Sportiello reprises Basie's economical style while Parrott swings hard." - AllAboutJazz
Award-winning jazz pianist Rossano Sportiello was performing professionally at jazz venues in the Milan area, at age 16. In 1992, he joined one of Europe’s historic jazz bands, the “Milano Jazz Gang” touring with the group throughout Italy and West Europe. Rossano met legendary jazz pianist and educator, Barry Harris, who became a mentor and friend. Harris has touted Rossano as “the best stride piano player” he has ever heard and on several occasions has invited Rossano to perform during his own performances.
Stylistically, the influence of other great masters can be heard in his playing, such as Fats Waller, Teddy Wilson, Art Tatum, Count Basie, Earl Hines, Ellis Larkins and Bill Evans, to name a few.
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