Adagio Grooves in Conversation – Peter Xifaras Redefines the Borders Between Jazz and Classical

In our latest A&R Factory interview, Peter Xifaras returns to talk about Adagio Grooves, an LP that reshapes the conversation between jazz and classical music into what he calls “Third Stream 2.0”. Known for crafting works that stretch across continents, genres, and causes, Peter shares the inspirations, technical intricacies, and collaborative sparks that shaped this ambitious release. From orchestral sessions in Budapest to groove-laden sax takes in Los Angeles, he peels back the curtain on how he balances the elegance of Adagios with the pulse of improvisation. Alongside reflecting on his past socially charged projects, he offers a candid glimpse into his upcoming works and the double-edged freedom of living outside genre confines, inviting readers to explore an artist in full creative stride. Welcome back to A&R Factory, Peter. It’s our absolute pleasure to sit down and speak with an artist whose work has travelled across genres, awards circuits, and international airwaves with such consistency and creative edge. Your new LP, Adagio Grooves, introduces a fresh direction compared to your previous recordings, which often alternated between classical and jazz. What inspired this latest chapter, and how would you describe the mood or vision you wanted to capture with this album? As […] The post Adagio Grooves in Conversation – Peter Xifaras Redefines the Borders Between Jazz and Classical appeared first on A&R Factory.

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In our latest A&R Factory interview, Peter Xifaras returns to talk about Adagio Grooves, an LP that reshapes the conversation between jazz and classical music into what he calls “Third Stream 2.0”. Known for crafting works that stretch across continents, genres, and causes, Peter shares the inspirations, technical intricacies, and collaborative sparks that shaped this ambitious release. From orchestral sessions in Budapest to groove-laden sax takes in Los Angeles, he peels back the curtain on how he balances the elegance of Adagios with the pulse of improvisation. Alongside reflecting on his past socially charged projects, he offers a candid glimpse into his upcoming works and the double-edged freedom of living outside genre confines, inviting readers to explore an artist in full creative stride. Welcome back to A&R Factory, Peter. It’s our absolute pleasure to sit down and speak with an artist whose work has travelled across genres, awards circuits, and international airwaves with such consistency and creative edge. Your new LP, Adagio Grooves, introduces a fresh direction compared to your previous recordings, which often alternated between classical and jazz. What inspired this latest chapter, and how would you describe the mood or vision you wanted to capture with this album? As […]

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