For a contemporary jazz CD debut, STRINGS is fine entertainment. Featuring composer Franck Picci with his fretless bass, and a host of excellent musicians, this original collection of songs plus Wayne Shorter's "Pinocchio," will find a ready listening home with jazz audiences. There are 9 songs in the collection. Among them are found such memorable selections as "Strings," "Si Ll Faut," "Vu A La Tele," and "Bahia.".

One of France's finest bass players, Franck Picci and his group shine brightly on STRINGS, a collection of contemporary jazz you will want to have in your home CD library and share with friends. Jean-Marie Averseng is topnotch on piano solos and Alice Berrebi adds a special touch of class with her expressive vocals. "Bahia" is a lovely jazz piece: creative, imaginative.

Excellent performances and the solo work is memorable. For further information, the following is listed in the CD flyer: franckpiccigroup@free.fr.

Written by Lee Prosser, jazzreview.com, USA

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