Dinner & Music: “Jazz Alla Strada” with Rob Stagno & Diego Scataglini)
Jazz alla Strada is a jazz guitar duo, playing jazz and popular music that is both familiar and entertaining. Drawing on standards from the Great American Songbook, gypsy jazz and modern arrangement of popular music, the group presents a lively program that leaves audiences satisfied. Chances are you’ll recognize the vast majority of the songs.
Menu
- Chianti Braised Short Rib Ragu w/ Pappardelle
- Springtime Caprese Grilled Chicken
- Campanelle Primavera
- Grilled Eggplant Gratin
- Farmer’s Market Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Coffee, Tea, & Assorted Desserts
About the Musicians:
Diego Scataglini is a guitarist born in Recanati, Italy, who has been playing on and off since age 14. Rooted in rockabilly, rock, and blues, his musical direction shifted after discovering jazz legends like Django Reinhardt, Joe Pass, Benny Goodman, and Glenn Miller. He studied jazz at Palm Beach Community College in Florida. After a long hiatus, Diego has been active in the Connecticut music scene since 2016, performing with various groups and exploring a wide range of styles within the jazz tradition.
Rob Stagno is a versatile guitarist, having played everything from gypsy jazz to the Beatles for over 30 years. He has played in jazz and rock bands in both New York and Seattle. Rob plays a wide variety of guitars to capture the essence of every song, from gentle bossa novas to straight-ahead jazz blues. “I love the freedom that playing in a duo format offers. Twelve strings can create a wide range of beautiful sounds.”