A Window Within
Self-Released, 2024
9/10
The jazz singer, composer and educator Olivia Foschi brings both her San Francisco influences and Italian heritage to these jazz songs that welcome Mauricio Zottarelli, Marco Panascìa, Matt King and Vinicius Gomes to the 9 rich selections.
“Caught Me By Surprise” starts with Panascìa’s bass acrobatics alongside Foschi’s unique delivery that emits much warmth, and “Pieces Of Central Park” follows with a dreamy elegance that makes great use of Gomes’ soft guitar, which suits the pretty singing.
Entering the middle, “Cun La Préma Stela” benefits much from King’s swirling keys that help create melody amid the cultured vocals, while “East Wind” is full of playful scatting and meditative qualities that unfold with a lush appeal.
Residing close to the end, “Subtle Farewell” is populated with introspection and agile drumming from Zottarelli’s cautious delivery, and “John John Joel And Joan” exits with creative vocal layering and rhythmic instrumentation that flows meticulously.
An artistic and careful journey, Foschi’s formula is soulful, harmonic and filled with intrigue that touches on the human experience.
Travels well with: Yuko Ito- Seduzir; Mariah Parker- Windows Through Time