Itaca 4et is a transatlantic collaboration between eminent Italian and Canadian musicians in the field of avant-jazz and improvised music. Their music is dynamic, rhythmic and full of possibilities for improvisation. This project was born after François Houle traveled to Italy to perform at the SILE Jazz Festival in 2016 at the invitation of its artistic director, Alessandro Fedrigo. This first meeting led François to assist Alessandro and saxophonist Nicola Fazzini to perform in Canada in 2017. The two collaborated with drummer Nick Fraser at the Toronto Jazz Festival and with François Houle at the Vancouver Jazz Festival.
Strengthened by these meetings and well-received performances, these four musicians have decided to join forces to form a unique international collaboration.