Second Phase brings together three exceptional voices in contemporary jazz: Italian bassist and composer Pietro Ciancaglini, acclaimed American pianist David Kikoski, and Hungarian drummer Ferenc Németh. Recorded in the classic piano-trio format, the album combines the immediacy of spontaneous interaction with the clarity of a shared musical vision. Ciancaglini’s original compositions form the heart of the programme, ranging from the energetic title track and the driving Uprising to the lyrical Bright Soul and The Gift, while inspired interpretations of standards and jazz classics—including works by George and Ira Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Scott LaFaro—pay tribute to the tradition from which the trio draws its strength. Throughout the recording, the musicians display remarkable empathy and conversational interplay, creating performances that are at once sophisticated, adventurous, and deeply melodic. Second Phase is a compelling statement of modern acoustic jazz, showcasing three master improvisers united by a shared commitment to creativity, swing, and expressive depth.

Track Listing

1. Second Phase
2. 'S Wonderful
3. Discipline
4. July
5. Bright Soul
6. Gloria's Step
7. Uprising
8. Opening
9. The Gift
10. I Love You
11. Together