«Exotica»: jazz opens up to the influences of the world
The "Exotica" project returned to Lugano as a trio after its performance two years ago as a duo. At the LAC in Lugano last night, the trio led by American saxophonist Chico Freeman hit the mark, presenting an original musical concept that was highly appreciated by the audience. The first impulse is to compare this concert with the one in 2023 at Jazz in Bess. Back then, the stage was shared only by Chico Freeman—an exceptional saxophonist and a true piece of jazz history—and Heiri Känzig, one of Switzerland’s finest [...]