Campo Di Marte — Campo Di Marte 1973 (Italy, Symphonic Progressive Rock)Full Album

An Italian symphonic prog band from Florence that recorded its only album in 1973. The band was formed in 1971 by guitarist Enrico Rosa and drummer/flutist Mauro Sarti, who had previously played with local bands Senso Unico and La Verde Stagione. The third member was American bassist Richard Ursillo (credited on the album as Paul Richard). Keyboardist Alfredo Barducci also played French horn, adding classical influences to the band's sound. The fifth member, drummer Carlo Felice Marcovecchio, who had previously played with another popular Florentine band, I Califfi, allowed Sarti to concentrate on flute. The band performed extensively under various names, and the name "Campo Di Marte" was chosen for the album of the same name. The album's lyrics deal with anti-war themes. The cover depicts Turkish mercenaries injuring themselves to demonstrate strength and courage. The album is one of the finest examples of Italian symphonic music. The band failed to receive adequate promotion from the label and disbanded. Tracks: 01. V Tempo (Prologo Parte I) - 00:00 02. VI Tempo (Prologo Parte II) - 06:11 03. VII Tempo (Prologo Parte III) - 12:16 04. I Tempo (Riflessione Parte I) - 19:45 05. II Tempo ((Riflessione Parte II) - 27:47 06. III Tempo (Epilogo Parte I) - 31:11 07. IV Tempo (Epilogo Parte II) - 37:31 Personnel: Enrico Rosa - acoustic guitar, electric guitar, mellotron, vocals Alfredo Barducci - flute, piano, organ, French horn, vocals Paul Richard (Ursillo) - bass, vocals Mauro Sarti - drums, bongos, flute, vocals Carlo Felice Marcovecchio - drums, bongos, vocals + Grande Lila - producer