It seemed that the 81-year-old pianist would need it: His itinerary called for concerts on each of the first three days of 2009: a duo with Italian pianist Stefano Bollani, a solo recital and a duo with vibraphonist Joe Locke. “It is difficult to dine here,” Solal said with a shrug, before departing to get his rest. Solal quietly sipped mineral water and nibbled on his food. On New Year’s Eve in Orvieto, Italy, Martial Solal, having just arrived in town, sat with his wife at a center table in the second-floor banquet room of Ristorante San Francisco, where a raucous cohort of musicians, personnel and guests of the Umbria Jazz Winter festival were eating, drinking and making merry. Martial Solal (DownBeat Article & Public Blindfold Test, Orvieto, 2009): On the occasion of Solal’s 85th birthday, I’m posting the article, and the raw transcripts of both the Blindfold Test and our subsequent conversation. To keep up with all the latest, follow Hope on social media or join Hope’s mailing list for exclusive book information and great deals.A couple of years ago, I had the opportunity to conduct a public Downbeat Blindfold Test with Martial Solal at the Umbria Jazz Festival in Orvieto, and to write a feature piece framed around the experience. Her work has been described as “genre-defying,” “refreshingly unique,” and “an intriguing rollercoaster read.” Learn more about Hope’s life in Paris, her love of multi-layered, swoon-worthy heroes that don’t play by the rules, and her book-loving world on her website. Still, her heart melts when love conquers all. A natural introvert, she enjoys tormenting her flawed characters with a hint of darkness and sometimes magical elements. Hope’s suspenseful and complex love stories are modern fairytales that feature an unconventional Prince Charming and a headstrong heroine. Although French is her mother tongue, she chose to write her novels in English because it simply feels right for her characters. With many friends, relatives, and readers in the States, the US has a big place in her heart. The French indie author spent a couple of years in Texas, where she earned her MBA. She lives in Paris, France, with her supportive husband and creative teenage daughter. Hope Irving is a USA Today and Amazon Top 15 Bestselling Author.
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