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| SBS Radio's Night of Music for Italian earthquake victims |
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| Saturday, 02 May 2009 | |
 On Sunday 10 May at 8pm SBS Radio presents Sydney's most accomplished Italian-Australian musicians, in a special concert event to raise money for the victims of the Abruzzo earthquake.
The devastating earthquake earlier this month killed nearly 300 people, and left more than 20,000 people homeless in the Abruzzo region in Italy. Italian-Australians Guy Strazz, described as a virtuoso of the electro-acoustic classical and steel-string guitar.  Virna Sanzone, who is emerging as one of Australia's most captivating singers. Her passionate delivery and understated approach have seen her compared to vocal masters such as Roberta Flack and kd lang.  Roman-born Carlotta Centanni will also feature at the inspiring fundraiser. Centanni has an extensive musical CV, winning critical acclaim both for her albums and live performances renowned jazz club La Palma and at various venues in Rome.  Italian-Australian Woman of the Year, soprano and mardi-gras cabaret diva Nadia Piave with veteran guitarist Gino Pengue.  Extraordinary 2nd generation musical family D'Abruzzo, fronted by the flamboyant 20 year old Aaron D'Abruzzo and his pioneering dad Maurice, who was actually born in Italy's Abruzzo region. Famed for their energy and unique sound, D’Abruzzo promise a saucy blend of exotic rhythms topped with sizzling rock'n'soul vocals.
Italian SBS Radio’s Abruzzo Earthquake Fundraising Concert @ the basement SBS Radio presents Sydney’s most accomplished Italian-Australian musicians playing a range of jazz and funk music in a special concert for the victims of the earthquake that on April 6 killed 300 people, left tens of thousands homeless and devastated countless communities in the Italian region of Abruzzo. All proceeds will be donated to the Australian Abruzzo Earthquake Appeal Fund (donations are tax deductible). Featured artists include: - Nadia Piave and Gino Pengue - D’Abruzzo - Carlotta Centanni - Guy Strazz - Virna Sanzone Time: 7.30pm til 11.00pm Date: Sunday, 10 May 2009 Venue: The Basement, 29 Reiby Place, Circular Quay, City Tickets: General Admission Standing - $49.00 (Concession $29.00) Dinner and Show - $100.80 (Concession $80.80) Note: You must present your valid concession card on the night Dinner & Show tickets include entry, seating and a 2 course meal (entree & main, 4 choices for each). Dinner & Show tickets are only available by phone. Call the Basement Box Office to book on (02) 9251 2797 (Mon - Fri 10 am - 5:30 pm) ALL PATRONS MUST BE OVER THE AGE OF 18 Please ensure you bring photo ID as proof of age Italian-Australian Woman of the Year, Nadia Piave is a raconteur, soprano, teacher, mardi-gras cabaret diva and erstwhile gelato-bar queen. Her music evokes a broad emotional range - from exhilaration and deep joy to the bittersweet sadness of lost love. Her album 'Rose' is a collection of classic love songs from Italy and France, rendered impeccably by Nadia's exquisite, rich voice. Veteran of the Sydney music scene, guitarist Gino Pengue has accompanied most local performers and many visiting artists. Sought after as a session player, Gino's work is found on many recordings. http://www.marsala.com.au/ http://www.myspace.com/nadiapiave D'Abruzzo is an extraordinary 2nd generation musical family, currently fronted by the flamboyant 20 year old Aaron D'Abruzzo and his pioneering dad Maurice. The irresistible combination of energy and experience is the reason why Aaron & Maurice D'Abruzzo are turning heads with their unique sound - a saucy blend of exotic rhythms, topped with sizzling rock'n'soul vocals. Born in Italy's Abruzzo region and raised in Newcastle, Maurice spent his early professional years recording & touring nationally with Pop Rock bands such as Eighty Eights and Getaway Plane. http://www.myspace.com/dabruzzo Roman-born Carlotta Centanni released her latest album 'Respiro' in June of 2008 and then moved to Sydney. She won critical acclaim for her performance in October of 2006 at the renowned jazz club La Palma which has a continual attendance by international artists like Marcus Miller and Diane Schuur. Her performances in Italy are extensive: in Rome alone she has performed at Supper Club, Big Mama, Gusto, Caf Latino, Classico, as well as the Hilton and Sheraton Hotels. http://www.carlottacentanni.com Guy Strazz was born in Italy from a musical family. After travelling to Australia for a holiday, Guy established new roots in Sydney where he attended the NSW Conservatorium of Music. With a Diploma in jazz and a thirst for travel he eventually studied under the late pianist Roger Frampton. Described as a virtuoso of the electro-acoustic classical and steel-string guitar, Guy has toured South East Asia, India, South Africa, Europe and Australasia, performing at leading jazz festivals. http://www.guystrazz.com Born in Sydney to a Sicilian father and an Armenian/Chaldean mother, Virna Sanzone is emerging as one of Australia's most captivating singers. Her passionate delivery and understated approach have seen her compared to vocal masters from Roberta Flack and kd lang to Shirley Horne. Officially launched at The Basement in May 2005 to a capacity crowd, Virna's self-titled album features a collection of leading Australian jazz musicians, including Matthew McMahon, Hamish Stuart, Phil Slater and James Greening. http://www.virnasanzone.com |
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