Naples – The Miano neighborhood, too often described as a dark place, today gathered in a sincere and luminous embrace around the coffin of James Senese. The saxophonist, a legend of Neapolitan music and a symbol of a proud and diverse identity, was bid farewell with a popular outpouring of support that transformed the church of Santa Maria dell'Arco into a place of collective remembrance.
At the entrance, a notebook filled with loving messages, intimate phrases, and memories. Despite the ban, many left flowers in front of the hearse: a simple gesture, full of love, for "a son of Miano," as everyone called him. To them, James wasn't just an artist, but a brother, a man who remained true to himself, deeply connected to his people.
Among the crowd, along with many ordinary citizens, were well-known faces of Neapolitan music: Nino D'Angelo, Sal Da Vinci, Tullio De Piscopo, Enzo Avitabile—his lifelong friend, who accompanied him to the end—and Eugenio Bennato, who recalled a shared performance in Paris in front of one hundred thousand people: "Great James, great voice, great music."
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Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi was also present, paying tribute to an iconic artist: "James Senese was one of our city's great singers. His music embodies the multicultural Naples that unites and creates, the same strength that comes from the suburbs to which he was so attached."
Alongside him, Roberto Fico, candidate for president of the Campania region, expressed his personal sorrow: "It's hard for me to imagine Naples without James. He was a bridge between peoples, a profoundly cheerful person, a soul that will last forever."
Today, Naples mourned James Senese, but it did so in its own way: with music, memories, and the voices of those who loved him. Because, like his music, his spirit will continue to resonate through the alleys and dreams of the city that never stopped loving him.
Comments (2)
It's true, James has left an indelible mark on Neapolitan culture. His music unites us and makes us feel proud of our roots. It's important to celebrate his life and talent even in the saddest moments.
Today was a sad day for Naples. James's passing is a great loss for all of us. His music touched so many hearts, and he will always be remembered by those of us who listened to him and loved him so much.