Antonio Artese
Italian Jazz Pianist & Composer
Italian pianist, composer, and educator Antonio Artese has developed a distinctive musical voice at the crossroads of jazz and classical music. His compositions combine lyrical melodies, rich harmonic colors, and an improvisational freedom inspired by the great jazz piano tradition. Influenced by artists such as Bill Evans, as well as European classical music and minimalism, Artese brings a personal, Mediterranean sensibility to his performances.His recordings include Two Worlds (Abeat Records), featuring his trio, and his forthcoming solo piano album My Blond Girl. Based between Santa Barbara, California and Siena, Italy, Artese performs internationally as both a classical and jazz pianist.