These two bands, under the direction of superstars from European jazz scene Gianni Basso and Enrico Intra, have different origins, but both are dedicated to promoting young musicians. Mr. Basso’s Torino Jazz Orchestra is known for its renditions of great American jazz classics. The Civica Jazz Band is the fruit of music training and education at Milano’s Civici Corsi di Jazz, and puts special focus on Italian composers.