ROMANTIQUE DUNIYA | Francesco Mascio (Master Studio 192khz-24bit)
An immersive sonic journey through diverse musical landscapes, ROMANTIQUE DUNIYA uncovers the rich tapestry of cultural exchanges that have shaped music around the world.
There is a hidden world, that of music, carved out by men who have traveled ancient paths, bringing their cultural traditions from the Far East, blending them with those encountered along the way, in the new territories they have crossed.
The ten original compositions of Romantique Duniya tell of these ancient travelers, the territories they explored, the unknown traditions encountered and absorbed, but above all they speak of the myriad emotions that the very essence of travel evokes in the human spirit.
"Romantique Duniya", alludes to the universal language of music that transcends cultural boundaries.
In addition to Italy, enriching the narrative of the album are the contributions of a diverse set of musicians from Ireland, Iran, Libya and Gambia. These virtuosos infuse the music with the authenticity of their traditional instruments, adding depth and dimension to Mascio's compositions.
The juxtaposition of culturally diverse instruments underscores the composer’s unwavering belief in the enrichment that comes from the confluence of distinct musical traditions and cultures. This harmonious blend serves as a powerful testament to the notion of music as a universal language, transcending borders and fostering a profound sense of liberation.
ROMANTIQUE DUNIYA is a testament to Mascio’s artistry and deep passion for exploring the infinite possibilities of music. The album invites listeners into an unforgettable sonic delivery, where ancient traditions converge with contemporary sensibilities, creating a symphony of cultural richness and emotional resonance.
Line up
Steve Wickham | violin (#1)
Checco Pallone | percussion (#1, #8, #9)
Carmine Ioanna | accordion (#2, #4, #7)
Nicola Scagliozzi | double bass (#2, #4, #7, #10)
Domenico Benvenuto | drums (#2, #4, #7)
Pericle Odierna | clarinets (#3, #9)
Vito Cardellicchio | percussion (#3)
Claudio Merico | violin (#5)
Lorenzo Beverati | bodhran (#5)
Fabiana Dota | voice (#6)
Esharef Alì Mhagag | voice (#6)
Giovanni Imparato | voice & percussion (#6)
Alberto La Neve | sax (#6)
Jalimansa Haruna Kuyateh | kora (#6)
Paolo Mazziotti | bass (#6)
Antonella D’Avino | voice (#8)
Farzad Basatpour | tambour (#8)
Diletta Longhi | percussion (#9)
Francesco Mascio | classical guitar & composition (on all tracks)Play preview
Track list
1 Brigid’s Dance 03:05
2 Sarah 05:54
3 Thinking of Farzad 03:40
4 Vinicio’s Song 05:12
5 Tre Trifogli 03:17
6 A Song for Peace 04:36
7 Pensando a Django 06:00
8 The Rebirth of Lilith 04:13
9 Tarhindu 03:17
10 Samsara 03:57
Credits
PRODUCER: Lorenzo Vella | BIRDBOX RECORDS
Executive Producer: Lorenzo Vella
Composer and arranger: Francesco Mascio
Recording, Mixing, Mastering engineer: Lorenzo Vella - Nightingale Studios
Mixing Assistant: Francesco Mascio
Graphic designer: Nerina Fernandez
Photography: Simona Mililli
RECORDING/MIXING/MASTERING EQUIPMENT
This album was recorded in analogue with digital archiving in lossless quality at 192 kHz 32-bit using state-of-the-art Metric Halo ULN8 3D converters.
Mixing and mastering was done exclusively in the analogue domain, using a suite of top-notch external equipment (Console EMT A400, 3M M79, Ampex 350, Manley VariMu, Chandler TG EMI, Retro 176, The Phoenix Valve Compresor, Retro Doublewide, Urei model 546).
This approach perfectly blends the timeless essence of analogue with the cutting-edge capabilities of digital. Mastering in the analogue domain on high output RTM SM900 on 1/2’ Ampex ATR102 2-channel analogue recorder.
The wide dynamic range can cause tracking problems if the system is not optimally calibrated.
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lossless audio in WAV format
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