Although the musical partnership of reedman Dave Schiavone and pianist Joe Brancato goes back over two decades, the current edition of the quartet has been performing together since 1997. The group prides itself on performing an eclectic mix of mainstream jazz, arranged standards, and original cutting-edge compositions by both Schiavone and Brancato.
Rounding out the group on drums is Peggy Scalzo, and bass duties are split between "Buddy" Fadale and Gil Pease. The quartet can be heard in a variety of settings, from intimate clubs to concert stages, performing selections from an extensive playlist and from their debut CD "Hidden Treasures."
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