Mexico 2005: Morelia Reunion Concert – Sextet with Juan…

In November 2005, Francesco visited his old friend, saxophonist Juan Alzate, travelling to Morelia, Michoacan, in Mexico, to perform together in a reunion concert at the historic Teatro Ocampo after 22 years.  The band, a sextet, featured cuban master percussionist (and Grammy Award winner) Roberto Vizcaino, Efren Capiz on drums, Ivan Lara on electic bass, and Flavio Meneses on electic guitars.  Prior to the concert, Francesco conducted a master piano class at the Conservatorio De Las Rosas.

France 2003: MIDEM Festival Cannes – Quintet with Lilian…

Performance with Lilian Terry and a French trio at the MIDEM 2003 Festival in Cannes on January 21 presenting the CD “Emotions” released by “TCB the Montreux Jazz Label”.

Los Angeles 2002: Charlie O’s with Don Menza, Mayuto…

Live performance at Charlie O’s jazz club, featuring Don Menza (tenor sax), John Heard (bass), Ralph Penland (drums), Mayuto Correa (percussions).

Chicago 1998-2000: Von Freeman, Rusty Jones & More

Live performances at various Chicago venues: Andy’s Jazz Club, Pops For Champagne, The Note.  Featuring from left to right: Sandra Perez (vocals),  Von Freeman (tenor sax), Rusty Jones (drums), Dave Marr (bass), Taku Akiyama (tenor sax), Lilian Terry (vocals), Paulinho Garcia (guitar), Nick Tountas (bass).

Below: Francesco & Von Freeman at Southport Records rehearsing during the recording of Francesco’s CD “Colors”.

San Francisco 1992: Jazz at Pearl’s – Quartet with…

Live performance at Jazz at Pearl’s, featuring Bruce Forman (guitar), Tim Hauff (bass), Vince Latiano (drums).

Check out two videos from the performance in the VIDEOS section.

Spain 1992: Sevilla, Universal Expo – Trio with Alfonso…

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In August 1992, Francesco was selected with drummer Eric Kurtz to join 40 artists to represent Hawaii at the US Pavilion in occasion of the Universal Expo’92 in Seville, Spain. There, he joined Colombian bassist Alfonso Robledo to perform in the World Jazz Trio at the Belgian and New Zealand Pavilions.

Below, Curro, the official mascot of the Universal Expo ’92.

Hawaii 1991: Orvis Auditorium – Quintet with Lilian Terry,…

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July 26, 1991 Live performance at Orvis Auditorium in Honolulu.  Featuring: Lilian Terry (vocals), Gabe Baltazar (alto sax & flute), John Kolivas (bass), Eric Kurtz (drums).

Below: Lilian Terry with traditional Hawaiian leis, and Alice Crosara.

Hawaii 1990: Leeward Jazz Festival – Quintet with Richie…

Live performance at Leeward Jazz Festival, Hawaii, in October 1990, featuring Richie Cole (alto sax), Tommy Arsisto (soprano sax), Buddy Banks (bass), Lew Maddox (drums).

Check out two videos from the performance in the VIDEOS section.

Hawaii 1988-1994: Performances – Trio with Miles Jackson and…

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Live concerts at various venues in Hawaii.  Featuring from left to right: Eric Kurtz (drums), Miles Jackson (bass).  Check out videos from Hawaii performance in trio and quartet format in the VIDEOS section.

Below: Francesco playing the Yamaha CS01 at the Waikiki Music Festival, 1990.

Mexico 1983: Teatro Ocampo Morelia – Sextet with Juan…

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In November 1983, Francesco performed in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico, at the historic Teatro Ocampo with a sextet led by saxophonist Juan Alzate.  The concert was sponsored by the University of Michoacan (San Nicolas De Hidalgo).