Mauro Ottolini: Trombone, bass trumpet, shells
Vanessa Tagliabue Yorke: Vocals
Thomas Sinigaglia: Accordion
Marco Bianchi: Classical guitar, Haitian guitar, baritone guitar
Giulio Corini: Double bass
Gaetano Alfonsi: Drums
Valerio Galla: Percussion
String Quartet
“Nada Más Fuerte” is the new musical project by Mauro Ottolini and Vanessa Tagliabue Yorke, also available on CD. This work explores popular music from various continents, highlighting the creative role of women through a repertoire that includes pieces by renowned artists such as Chavela Vargas, Celia Cruz, and Amália Rodrigues. Ottolini’s arrangements blend folk instruments with classical sounds, creating an exotic orchestral context where Tagliabue Yorke’s voice stands out for its passion and intensity. Mauro Ottolini, born in Bussolengo in 1972, is a prominent trombonist in Italian jazz. He has collaborated with numerous internationally renowned artists and has composed and arranged for various musical genres. He is known for his creative ensembles such as Licaones and Sousaphonix, with which he has received significant recognition.
Vanessa Tagliabue Yorke, a specialist in classic jazz, has been collaborating with Ottolini since 2012 and has participated in many notable projects. Both artists continue to make significant contributions to the Italian and international music scenes.