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A woman playing an upright bass, seen through a glass window or partition. A person with a hat is playing the saxophone. The scene appears to be a live music performance in a dimly lit setting.

”It is always a joy to encounter for the first time a musician who sounds so fresh and original and whose music is such a delight. […] It bolsters one’s faith in the future of jazz.”— Chris May, All About Jazz (UK)

"Capalbo’s writing is lush […] her rich bass tone, delicate touch and thoughtful melodicism tie it all together into a cohesive sound. A stunning debut.”

— Kevin Johnson, No Treble (USA)

Musicians performing on stage with instruments including a saxophone, electric guitar, and bass, in front of an audience.

“The music throughout is performed with the majesty befitting a story and history of such reverence and it serves as not just a fitting tribute to its inspiration but also to the immeasurable talents of Ilaria Capalbo as well.”

— Imran Mirza, UKVIBE (UK)

“Those of you who have heard Fredrik Nordström’s drumless quartet Dolores are already acquainted with Ilaria Capalbo’s strong, visionary, architectonic playing.”

— Magnus Östnäs, Lira (SE)

“Of the same kind as Ellington and Mingus”

— Gunnar Wiklund, Folkbladet (SE)