a blend of klezmer and gypsy
jazz that features great individual
solos by Kovatch, guitarist Alan
Rigoletto, and violinist Daniella
Fischetti, the instrumental’s com-
poser, as well as a treble solo in
which they each play their own
leads together. Meanwhile, bass-
ist Patrick Knapp lays down a
strong foundation for them to
do so. A gadjo is a non-Romani
person, so the carousel must the
song’s swirl of gypsy and klezmer
styles with a cascading rhythm
that’s a fun ride.
Next up is the Makin Waves Song
of the Week, Rigoletto’s lyrical
tune, “It’s Not Sin,” a funny look at
spirituality from the perspective
of a rambler. I especially love the
chorus: “It’s not sin. It’s wine. Sip-
pin’ on guilt on a Saturday morn-
ing, soaking in the divine.” Rigo-
letto’s bologna voice matches the
road-weary tale and is augmented
by the sweetly solid harmonies
of the rest of the band. You can
check out the Makin Waves Song
of The Week four times daily all
week at AsburyMusic.com.
Watch Pyrenesia perform “Gadjo Carousel”
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