Lucy Fitzgerald 
Steve Markoff and Patricia Lazzara’s latest release, For The World, feels like a warm, global musical hug that’s been well worth the wait. Originally set to drop in 2024 but delayed due to Steve’s arm injury, this fourth album from the flute duo finally arrived on June 1, 2025, and it’s stunning. Joined by pianist Dave Malyszko, they’ve crafted a beautiful collection of world-music tracks that pull you into different corners of the globe, with several original and commissioned works making their debut here.
Listening to this album, you can really feel the bond between Steve and Patricia, which makes sense given their history of going from teacher and student to true musical partners. The chemistry is effortless, and it shines through every track. The interplay between Steve’s warm, expressive alto flute and Patricia’s crystal-clear concert flute is mesmerizing. It’s like they’re having a heartfelt conversation through music while Dave’s piano adds depth and richness that ties everything together.
There’s this one song that completely blew me away, and honestly, it’s the kind of track that deserves to be in everyone’s playlist because it’s one of those pieces that somehow manages to calm you down and lift you up at the same time, and by the end of it you just sit there thinking, “Yeah… that’s exactly what I needed to hear today.”
What I really love about For The World is how it doesn’t feel like they’re just playing music from different cultures. It feels like they’re honoring and celebrating them. Every note feels intentional, and you can sense how much passion went into shaping each piece. It’s not background music; it’s the kind of album you actually listen to, letting each track tell its own story.
If you’ve followed Steve and Patricia’s past albums like Timeless or Romances in Blue, you’ll notice how much they’ve evolved. This one feels bigger, more adventurous, but still keeps that emotional, heartfelt vibe they’re known for. I’d say if you’re into instrumental music that actually moves you and makes you feel connected to something larger, For The World is absolutely worth adding to your collection.
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