This was such a joy to record while still in Italy. It was Aperitvo hour and I was sitting at a little outdoor Cafe/Bar called Fatamorgana. It was late on a Sunday and I had just visited the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, one of the prettiest churches up on the edge of the sea with beautiful chandeliers dangling from the spectacular ceiling of frescoes…..

I often think that Genova is the most wonderful assault to the senses, a bustling port city and the capital of Liguria. A place with a vast history as a Maritime Republic and naval power close to the border of France, and on the beautiful Italian Riviera. These days, a historic city full of character, culture, beauty, urban decay, personality and dare I say chaos. But a beautiful welcome chaos. I love the play of ancient buildings, palm trees, history, Belle Époque architecture, bright blue sky and the multi-cultural layers that have made this city what it is….