Jive It
The Italian swing from the '50s: original masterpieces by Gil Cuppini, Franco Riva and others.
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Caprice
Long introduction by horns with counter-theme played by trumpet and percussion solos, with improvised feel.
Vacation
Swing piece introduced by a charleston, with theme played on trumpet and alternating sax solo with harmonic pedals.
Moon and guitar
Constant linear rhythm, singable solos with jazz guitar and contrasting brass section.
Private dancing
Syncopated piano solo alternating with flutes, sax solo and guitar, a dance piece.
Too eccentric
Calm, relaxing swing introduced by piano solo, with thematic hints on guitar and brass.
Time for swing
Slow, but lively piece with electric guitar and wind instruments alternating in improvisations.
Swing for the end
Introduction in ragtime like tempo with piano and trumpet sounds and moments of rhythmic suspension.