Yesterday I had the pleasure of joining the Sinesi-Family at “Donna-Bar” for two of Augusto’s Tracks. That was special to me, as I had never played with such an experienced and legendary guitar player like Quique is. It was a little more special of a gig than usual for a couple of more reasons: Firstly, Augusto and me have just come back from our tour and I wanted to see if and how we digested the experience. Secondly, I played by heart, without much of a rehearsal, so I had to listen a lot. And finally thirdly, it was a very intimate and quiet concert and I joined on my harmon mute, which makes things special, playing wise (intonation, airflow) and soundwise. 

Also today I would like to introduce you to my new field of work which will be called “44”. Without getting into too much detail, (I need to keep some secrecy for now) I will have the great opportunity to work with my colleagues and friends on a completive album. This album will feature Septett and Oktett recordings, vocal recordings and a huge variety of different influences.

While I write these lines on my train ride home, I listen to the popular music on bandcamp, in the jazz realm. I am thinking a lot lately about the implications that came with the advent of the digital age. Somehow it is always being said that everything is becoming more immediate and hectic on the market and I guess that is true – but I do not use TikTok. On the contrary, I feel like a movement to “slow” culture is occurring at every social level. Jazzclubs are being overrun throughout Germany. Vinyls are back, big time. Everywhere I go people are turning from “Jazz? I don’t like all that Jazz” to “what a beautiful art form this is”. I am not a scientist but correct me if I got this wrong. Everybody has their own view of the world.

And so I have a deep joy, appreciating the fact that I can access the fresh music from around the globe by a tip of my finger. And having the feeling that so much is happening and we are progressing as each individual solves a musical problem within their own soul. Somehow I have this very positive vision. 

Until next week,

Fabio