Richard Galliano brings French lightness to the Elbphilharmonie. The accordionist, one of the most important and influential musicians of his instrument, presents a new version of his acclaimed 1993 album »Viaggio«. This timeless musical journey once marked a turning point in Galliano’s career, helping the accordion achieve new relevance in jazz, classical and world music.
»New Viaggio« – the title sounds like a distant echo and at the same time represents a return to the soundscape of an iconic album. »When I rediscovered the recordings from the studio sessions, I felt a deep emotion – a mixture of joy and nostalgia,« says Galliano. The rediscovered alternative takes document the creative dynamics and subtle interplay of those sessions, which now appear in a new light.
The result is an expanded version of »Viaggio«, enriched by previously unreleased recordings – a living »work in progress« that continues the idea of New Musette: music rooted in French dance music and brought into the present with jazz influences.
PERFORMERS
New Viaggio Trio ensemble
Richard Galliano accordion
Adrien Moignard guitar
Philippe Aerts bass
PROGRAM
»New Viaggio«
