WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2022 AT 21:00 PM
[Summer Squares 2022, a calendar of summer events in the Castellana Grotte area organized and promoted by the Municipality of Castellana Grotte and Grotte di Castellana srl]
– FREE EVENT –
organized by the Municipality of Castellana Grotte and Castellana Caves
organized by the Municipality of Castellana Grotte and Castellana Caves
To celebrate his thirtieth anniversary, Francesco Baccini reinterprets his most famous classics in a chamber music style, accompanied by the strings of the all-female crossover group Alter Echo String Quartet; guitarist and bassist Michele Cusato; and drummer-percussionist Maurizio Di Tollo.
"Throughout my career, I've always had rock bands. For this project, celebrating thirty years of music, I've treated myself to a string quartet," says Francesco Baccini. A humorous yet intimate unplugged show that unites two musical worlds: the rock side of Baccini that everyone knows; and the classical side of his youthful musical training.
The setlist features numerous songs, from classics like "Le Donne di Modena" and "Ho voglia di Innamormi" to lesser-known and rarely performed live tracks; as well as two tributes, one to Fabrizio De André, one to Luigi Tenco, and an unreleased track.
With Baccini, on stage are Michele Cusato (guitars, bass, and arrangements), Maurizio di Tollo (drums and percussion), and the fascinating and talented Alter Echo String Quartet. The Quartet was formed on the prestigious stages of Pooh's long Opera Seconda tour. They have collaborated with great artists such as Andrea Bocelli, Sting, Mario Biondi, Roby Fachinetti, Francesco De Gregori, Giovanni Allevi, Morgan, Francesco Renga, Raphael Gualazzi, Baustelle, PFM, Massimo Ranieri, Gianni Ciardo, Jerry Calà, Gigi Proietti, and Andrea Griminelli. They have been directed by A. Morricone and were guests of honor at events for Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci Italia, Bulgari, Porsche, Mercedes, and TIM 2017 commercials.
"Throughout my career, I've always had rock bands. For this project, celebrating thirty years of music, I've treated myself to a string quartet," says Francesco Baccini. A humorous yet intimate unplugged show that unites two musical worlds: the rock side of Baccini that everyone knows; and the classical side of his youthful musical training.
The setlist features numerous songs, from classics like "Le Donne di Modena" and "Ho voglia di Innamormi" to lesser-known and rarely performed live tracks; as well as two tributes, one to Fabrizio De André, one to Luigi Tenco, and an unreleased track.
With Baccini, on stage are Michele Cusato (guitars, bass, and arrangements), Maurizio di Tollo (drums and percussion), and the fascinating and talented Alter Echo String Quartet. The Quartet was formed on the prestigious stages of Pooh's long Opera Seconda tour. They have collaborated with great artists such as Andrea Bocelli, Sting, Mario Biondi, Roby Fachinetti, Francesco De Gregori, Giovanni Allevi, Morgan, Francesco Renga, Raphael Gualazzi, Baustelle, PFM, Massimo Ranieri, Gianni Ciardo, Jerry Calà, Gigi Proietti, and Andrea Griminelli. They have been directed by A. Morricone and were guests of honor at events for Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci Italia, Bulgari, Porsche, Mercedes, and TIM 2017 commercials.
Training
Francesco Baccini, Piano and Voice
Alter Echo Strin Quartet (Marta Taddei – 1st Violin; Noemi Kamaras – 2nd Violin; Roberta Ardito – Viola; Rachele Rebaudengo – Cello)
Michele Cusato, Guitar and Bass
Maurizio di Tollo, Drums and Percussion
Francesco Baccini, Piano and Voice
Alter Echo Strin Quartet (Marta Taddei – 1st Violin; Noemi Kamaras – 2nd Violin; Roberta Ardito – Viola; Rachele Rebaudengo – Cello)
Michele Cusato, Guitar and Bass
Maurizio di Tollo, Drums and Percussion
