Franco D'Andrea, Hein van de Geyn, Aldo Romano - Volte (1989)

In 1989 renowned Italian pianist Franco D'Andrea formed a trio with Dutch bassist Hein van de Geyn and fellow Italian drummer Aldo Romano, releasing this album 'Volte' on the now defunct French Owl Records label. The trio came together in Ferber Studio based in Paris for two days in March laying down nine tracks. It is an energetic album dotted with five of Franco's own compositions, three from Aldo Romano, one contribution from Hein Van de Geyn and topped off with a cover of a Beatle's number 'Norwegian Wood'. In all, it is an enjoyable and captivating album presenting a solid piece of entertainment for over an hour. This rip is from a Japanese reissue; for any Italian jazz enthusiast, a welcomed addition to their collections. 

Owl Records, OWL052CD, 1989
Recorded 21st, 22nd March, 1989 at Ferber Studio, Paris, France 

Musicians:
Franco D'Andrea - Piano
Hein van de Geyn - Double Bass
Aldo Romano - Drums

Tracks:
1. Two Colors {Franco D'Andrea} (6:53)
2. Marta {Franco D'Andrea} (9:35)
3. On John's Guitar {Aldo Romano} (8:25)
4. Volte {Franco D'Andrea} (6:45)
5. Strike Again {Hein van de Geyn} (6:25)
6. The Begining Years {Franco D'Andrea} (6:10)
7. Clouds And Rain {Aldo Romano} (6:10)
8. Norwegian Wood {Paul McCartney, John Lennon} (8:25)
9. Il Camino {Aldo Romano} (5:35) 

Total Time: 63:56 

Credits:
Producer - François Lemaire, Jean-Jacques Pussiau
Recording, Mixing - Laurent Peyron
Cover, Concept, Art Direction - Bernard Amiard
Photography - Mephisto Studio 

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