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Piacentini, G.: Between Worlds
Navona

Piacentini, G.: Between Worlds

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Details

Composer
PIACENTINI, GIOVANNI
Artist
Piacentini, Luciani
Format
CD
Label
Navona
Released
Apr 12, 2019
Catalog #
NV6224
UPC
896931005241

About

Composed almost entirely in 2018 and performed by composer Giovanni Piacentini, the music on Between Worlds serves as a brand-new snapshot of a musician's prowess at the height of his creative capabilities. In an age where the musician-composer is a dying breed in the realm of so-called "serious" music, Piacentini brings a breath of fresh air in a multitude of ways. There is no doubt that his astounding technical skill as a guitarist deeply informs his compositions, and the effect is nothing short of breathtaking. Strikingly, even when employing modern elements - such as adding electronics - Piacentini resolutely resists the temptation of putting trendy, cheap showmanship over the soul of the music. The guitar, the mainspring of musical expression, remains paramount and prominent, always. And, thanks to the composer's talent for lyricism, structure, and depth, this pays off. Immensely. Piacentini's private taste in music is, for lack of a better word, virtually all-encompassing. It comes as no surprise that as a direct result, his own music refuses and refutes strict categorization. The listener might hear reminiscences of Classical-era and Romantic guitar music by Mertz or Sor in one track, and post-2000's indie rock sound the next. That said, all pieces are united by an inherent voice which immediately marks them as works by Piacentini. They range in mood from melancholy to upbeat, from truculent to soothing, but the style itself is perpetually distinct and memorable. Between Worlds is an album that simply makes sense. It is a treasure trove for the musically- trained ear, yet uncompromisingly clear and aesthetic, thus able to appeal equally to casual listeners. Piacentini's impressive command of the guitar indubitably plays a large part, but what's even more stunning is his compositional craftsmanship. One need not recommend repeated listening with this album - this music is so attractive that a listener will likely feel compelled to engage in it again and again without prompt.

Tracklist 18 tracks

  1. 1 I. Prelude 00:39
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Prelude
    Duration
    00:39
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  2. 2 II. Daedalus Labyrinth 01:59
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Daedalus Labyrinth
    Duration
    01:59
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  3. 3 III. The Ascent 02:24
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. The Ascent
    Duration
    02:24
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  4. 4 IV. Rapture 03:29
    Track
    4
    Title
    IV. Rapture
    Duration
    03:29
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  5. 5 V. The Fall 02:20
    Track
    5
    Title
    V. The Fall
    Duration
    02:20
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  6. 6 VI. Postlude 00:46
    Track
    6
    Title
    VI. Postlude
    Duration
    00:46
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  7. 7 No. 1. Danza del Chanul 03:10
    Track
    7
    Title
    No. 1. Danza del Chanul
    Duration
    03:10
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  8. 8 No. 2. Selva adentro 03:02
    Track
    8
    Title
    No. 2. Selva adentro
    Duration
    03:02
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  9. 9 No. 3. Legerete 02:31
    Track
    9
    Title
    No. 3. Legerete
    Duration
    02:31
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  10. 10 No. 4. Dancing Willows 02:58
    Track
    10
    Title
    No. 4. Dancing Willows
    Duration
    02:58
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  11. 11 No. 5. Lullaby 02:10
    Track
    11
    Title
    No. 5. Lullaby
    Duration
    02:10
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  12. 12 No. 6. Ceremonia 02:23
    Track
    12
    Title
    No. 6. Ceremonia
    Duration
    02:23
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Giovanni Piacentini
  13. 13 I. El Regreso 03:25
    Track
    13
    Title
    I. El Regreso
    Duration
    03:25
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Gina Luciani, Giovanni Piacentini
  14. 14 II. La Danza de los Muertos 01:33
    Track
    14
    Title
    II. La Danza de los Muertos
    Duration
    01:33
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Gina Luciani, Giovanni Piacentini
  15. 15 III. La Media Luna 01:55
    Track
    15
    Title
    III. La Media Luna
    Duration
    01:55
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Gina Luciani, Giovanni Piacentini
  16. 16 IV. La Locura de Miguel 02:28
    Track
    16
    Title
    IV. La Locura de Miguel
    Duration
    02:28
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Gina Luciani, Giovanni Piacentini
  17. 17 V. Comala 04:12
    Track
    17
    Title
    V. Comala
    Duration
    04:12
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Gina Luciani, Giovanni Piacentini
  18. 18 Passacaglia 03:59
    Track
    18
    Title
    Passacaglia
    Duration
    03:59
    Composer
    Giovanni Piacentini
    Performer
    Fernando Arroyo Lascurain, Stefan L. Smith