Includes new pieces by Bastida that incorporate funk and Brazilian styles while maintaining Grappelli's "essence". Tracklist (14 Tracks)
The recording features the , comprising core members of the Catalan jazz scene: Èlia Bastida: Violin and Vocals Josep Traver: Guitar Joan Chamorro: Double Bass Arnau Julià: Drums
(J.S. Bach - referencing Grappelli's recording with Eddie South) Troublant Bolero Anniversary Song Flamingo Makin’ Whoopee Dance for Stéphane (Original by Èlia Bastida) Nature Boy Django Izaura (Referencing the bossa-nova recordings) My One and Only Love Grappellia (Original by Èlia Bastida) Django (Bonus Track) The Ensemble
Drawing inspiration from Grappelli's 1986 La Grande Réunion album with Baden Powell.
You can find the official digital release on platforms like Bandcamp or explore more about her work on her official website . Tribute to Stéphane Grappelli - Èlia Bastida - Bandcamp
Bastida, a former member of the renowned , uses this album to blend her classical training with improvisational jazz. The content explores several distinct phases of Grappelli's career:
The digital download (typically around 55 minutes) includes the following tracks: (Joseph Kosma) I Can’t Get Started
This project is a deeply personal homage to French jazz legend Stéphane Grappelli, whom Bastida describes as a "lyrical, passionate, virtuoso, and romantic" influence on her career. Album Overview & Musical Direction