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Benni Bilgeri. Bocciarda April 2018

Sarah Mistura, photographer and video artist.

Florian M.L. Koller, my dear friend and favourite assistant for sound and second camera, got a call from Benni Bilgeri, a musical legend in the Austria. He was offered the chance to be a singer as part of his new band. To put this theory to the test it was decided the four musicians should head south, to get to know each other musically and personally.

When I was asked by Benni Bilgeri to join them in Piedmont I did not have to think twice about documenting the formation and fusing of this new band. What makes my heart leap with euphoria is the photography and videography of people, especially for and by artists. I love the movement in front of the camera, the passion and professionalism of the artists.

In late April 2018 I packed a bunch of lights, batteries, cameras and anything else that could be needed. I had just two days and should capture the new formation of Benni Bilgeri Band, at least 3 songs and a live concert.

Once there, i was transported to a paradise.  At the Bocciarda we were in a location that you can only dream of nestled in in the middle of vineyards.

The next two days were hard and sweaty, we recorded some songs. Not only did I enjoy it, it was a pleasure to work in such an environment. Many small corners and wild garden nooks encouraged us to write, perform warm-up exercises for the voice or just to linger just a bit longer.

The live concert took place on a local motorcycle club; the Vorarlberg rock legend with the new formation let the Italian audience break out into storms of enthusiasm.

After these short but intense 2 days, my old love for Italy was rekindled ….Italy, you well aged, rested and calming thing you. You are beautiful, inspiring and seem to know exactly how to wrap someone around your finger. Wistfully we drove home again and I went back to the day job. The trip yielded numerous photos and 2 videos.

Here is the link for the documentary: @serafinaQUOTA: https://vimeo.com/287790461