Mike Del Ferro - Italian Opera Meets Jazz (LP)

"Italian Opera Meets Jazz" by Mike Del Ferro is a captivating fusion of beloved Italian Belcanto repertoire and jazz, released on May 6, 2016, under Challenge Records. This album is the fourth installment in Mike Del Ferro's ten-part series "Songs inspired by wandering the globe," reflecting his worldwide travels and musical inspirations.

Featuring the Grammy-winning Metropole Orkest, renowned jazz pianist Mike Del Ferro, and vocalist Claron McFadden, the album presents a unique blend of Neapolitan songs and famous arias from Italian composers like Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini. The 12-track collection includes iconic pieces such as "Brindisi" from "La Traviata," "O Mio Babbino Caro" from "Gianni Schicchi," and "Vissi D'arte" from "Tosca," each reimagined with a jazz twist.

With a total runtime of 1 hour and 5 minutes, "Italian Opera Meets Jazz" offers a fresh and engaging perspective on classical Italian music, showcasing the incredible talents of Mike Del Ferro and his collaborators. The album was launched with a special performance at Het Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, further cementing its place as a standout release in the world of jazz and classical crossover music.