B I O G R A P H Y

Melodrum Trio was born in 2014 in Turin, emerging from the collaboration between two contrasting yet complementary musicians: Francesco Brancato, a jazz drummer with roots in progressive rock, and Salvatore Spano, a jazz pianist with a classical academic background as a organist and composer.
The vision behind the project was to craft an original, modern jazz repertoire while staying deeply connected to European musical traditions—just as mainstream jazz has drawn inspiration from American musicals and popular songs.

Following a series of live performances and collaborations with renowned musicians such as double bass players Furio di Castri and Marco Piccirillo, as well as saxophonist Alfredo Ponissi, the Melodrum project evolves into a permanent trio. This transformation is marked by the addition of double bass player Salvatore Maltana, whose extensive experience in both jazz and the ethnic/popular music scene enriches the group, completing its vision of cultural fusion and artistic exploration.

During the global pause between 2020 and 2022, a deep exploration of the profound role of music in society—both past and present—unfolded. This journey of reflection inspired a collection of songs that examine the connection between music and spirituality across diverse cultures, spanning different eras and regions. The result is a captivating compilation of 9 songs brought together in the album *“The Man, The Earth, The Sky”, enriched by the evocative recitations of Michela Atzeni and the harmonious voices of the Lasallian Children's Choir from Grugliasco (TO).