at 11:00  a.m at 'Agriturismo Da Baldino, Valbrenta
Venus Ship
Andrea Salvato, Marco Vecchio, Federico Privitera, Giuseppe Lastella, Michele Murgioni, Ugo Moroni, Daniele Marrone e Mattia Bassetti

The first day of the "Terre Graffiate" festival, dedicated to jazz in its many forms, kicks off at the foot of Monte Grappa in the Lepre area, amidst lush green meadows and pastures.

The opening act is Venus Ship, an eight-member collective born from Bologna's underground music scene. Their inspiration comes from the movements of the 1960s and 70s, and the stories of great figures who fought for civil rights. Venus Ship's music draws from this rich historical context, showcasing a diverse range of sounds. Their atmospheres transport listeners from New Orleans to the music of Charles Mingus, from the Spirituals of the "Liberation Music Orchestra" to funk inspired by "blaxploitation" cinema. These sounds and stories from other eras resonate with surprising relevance today.

at 2:30 p.m at Rifugio Alpe Madre, Solagna
Balkalà 4et
guitar, sax, fretless guitar Giulio Gavardi
saxophones, clarinets Francesco Socal
accordion Nereo Fiori
drums Luca Nardon

Giulio Gavardi's strings meet Francesco Socal's winds, Nereo Fiori's accordion, and Luca Nardon's percussion to explore the traditional melodies of the Balkan Peninsula. Blending tradition and improvisation, with moments that are both soothing and energetic, their diverse repertoire from those lands tells a troubled story of intersecting cultures and peoples, revealing mysterious and unique sounds.

at 6:00 p.m  at Trattoria al Lepre, Monte Grappa
Matteo Paggi - GIRAFFE
trombone Matteo Paggi
alto saxophone Lorenzo Simoni
piano Vittorio Solimene
double bass Andrea Grossi
drums Andrea Carta

The musical day concludes back in Valbrenta, in the Lepre area, with the final performance featuring Matteo Paggi in quintet with & The Giraffes.

Matteo Paggi is a versatile musician who has explored various musical styles, instruments, and approaches since the beginning of his career. Color, voice, timbre, dynamics—everything is subject to his continuous study and search for artistic expression. His music is a constant exploration, ranging from free improvisation to heavy rock and metal, from traditional jazz to trendy modern music. It's a blend of conscious logic and ardent passion, where powerful and solid melodies are accompanied by familiar harmonies and supported by dramatic rhythms.

NOTES

This year, in collaboration with the CAI of Feltre, three joëlettes will be available for individuals with motor disabilities. Support staff will be provided. Mandatory booking is required no later than one week before the event. Entry for these guests and their companions will be free.

The festival parking is located at Agriturismo da Baldino, in Località Lepre. You can reach the parking area in about half an hour from the center of Romano d'Ezzelino. Drive up along the Cadorna road, following signs for Cima Grappa. Once you reach Località Ponte San Lorenzo, turn left off the Cadorna road towards Lepre. The parking lot is a few hundred meters past the church of Lepre, on your left.

Important Recommendations

We recommend wearing appropriate mountain clothing and footwear. Please also bring a towel or blanket to sit on during the concerts.

Estimated Walking Times

Here are the estimated walking times and distances for different sections of the event:

1. From Da Baldino to Alpe Madre:
   • Walking time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
   • Distance: 4.15 km
2. From Alpe Madre to Lepre:
   • Walking time: 52 minutes
   • Distance: 3 km
3. From Lepre to the parking lot:
   • Walking time: 10 minutes
   • Distance: 1 km

The total elevation gain for the entire route is 180 meters.