jazz2love

Looking at composer-pianist Oscar Rossignoli, one would think the youthful glint in his eyes, the optimistic tilt of his smile denotes a pupil eager to learn his craft, undaunted by the possibility of being scarred by failure, as he ferries across the mercurial waters of jazz improvisation.  That is until Rossignoli sits at a piano and works the twinkling ivories and onyx bars, playing like a well-practiced soul, a multi-faceted creator.  Listeners swear they are in the presence of a seasoned pianist and contemporary maestro, exhibiting the mysticism of Chopin, the ingenuity of Thelonious Monk, the infectious allure of Amina Figarova, and delivering the unbridled passion of an operatic performer. His composing and playing leads one to believe he has a strong sense of himself, or perhaps an alter-ego emerges.  He admits, "Oh, I don't think about any of these things at all, but I'll say this: if I truly let the music speak for itself, it's a truly liberating experience....

Album:  Soliloquy Artist:  Alan Pasqua Label:  Self-Released Website:  https://alanpasqua.bandcamp.com/releases Elegant and serene, the sonic imaginings created by pianist Alan Pasqua on his recording Soliloquy are just that.  The interludes are respite, enticing the listener to enter into moments of reflections.  The compositions aren't too intense or demanding but are rather like a sweet balm on the listener's ears. The waltzing stride of the keys ruminate with a soft glint along "Lotus Blossom," glittering warmly and gliding with a regal gait.   Pasqua shows a penchant for crafting introspective moods, inviting audiences to indulge in pensive jaunts.  Listeners thoughts roam freely while engulfed in the stories emanating from Pasqua's keys.  The gentle strokes of the keys defining "In a Sentimental Mood" stroll with a casual penmanship, illuminating a torchlight glisten.  Palpably, the choreographed keys ambling across...