Sujazzstiva in due

Swiss legends in sound – jazz, poetry, and storytelling for clarinet and piano

In Sujazzstiva in due, clarinetist and composer Marco Santilli teams up with the outstanding pianist Marina Vasilyeva to reimagine sagas and legends from the Italian-speaking regions of Switzerland.

Rooted in jazz but freely crossing into classical and folk territories, the duo brings to life musical narratives that are rich in color and atmosphere. Each composition begins with a story — a glimpse into an ancient world — before the music takes over, giving voice to moods that range from meditative to playful, from dreamy to dramatic.

This is no mere reduction of a larger ensemble: Sujazzstiva in due is a project in its own right — distilled, focused, and full of character. The intimacy of the duo format allows for deep musical conversation. Santilli’s lyrical lines find a perfect partner in Vasilyeva’s touch, which moves effortlessly between delicate nuance and explosive energy.

“Her playing can whisper, dance, or storm — always with clarity and soul.” – Marco Santilli

Together, they invite listeners into a sound world that is at once rooted in place and open to imagination.