Detail of a Julia Crosara painting

Art Music Series

Francesco and Julia Crosara’s Art Music series fuses visual and auditory artistry, combining Julia’s abstract paintings with Francesco’s jazz piano improvisations. Their short videos highlight the interplay between Julia’s visual elements and Francesco’s rhythmic music, creating a multisensory experience.

Julia and Francesco visiting family in Olympia, WA

Francesco and Julia Crosara. Photo credit: Alice Frankowski.

Preludio Flamenco

Preludio Flamenco is a musical and visual journey through Spanish jazz and abstract art. Original composition by Francesco Crosara and abstract paintings by Julia Crosara.

Featuring Francesco Crosara (piano), Dave Murdy (guitar), Farko Dosumov (bass), Mark Ivester (drums), Malo Castro (percussion). Recorded at each musician's individual home between May 30th and July 4th, 2020. Video editing and audio mastering by Francesco Crosara.