A Conversation with ILARIO FERRARI TRIO Mark-Xtreme
Formed in 2020 during the global lockdown, the trio found solace in their musical synergy, quickly developing their unique sound.Their debut performance in 2021 at Lauderdale House in London, live-streamed across Europe, served as a catalyst for their rise to public attention. The trio’s 2021 debut album, “Childhood Memories,” was widely praised and received international radio support, helping them secure high-profile live shows.
These include the Watford Jazz Festival in 2022 and collaborating with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra on a world premiere. They have also performed at the London Jazz Festival, Pizza Express Jazz Club, Ecosuoni Festival in Italy, and Jazzahead in Germany, among others.
The new album Above The Clouds will be released via Elsden Music in October. At the heart of this new record lies the theme of relationships: our connection to the planet, the musical and personal bonds between Ilario, Charlie, Katie and their relationships with loved ones. It is also about elevation and observation, from ‘Above The Clouds’ and from the grounded embrace of Mother Earth, impressions of love, loss, and of home are expressed through a beguiling blend of vocal-led songs and instrumentals.
The Ilario Ferrari Trio’s innovative approach combined with their indisputable skill promises to be a breath of fresh air in the jazz world