An excellent, crystal-clear recording of some of the finest pieces in the so-called minimalist genre, Minimal Tendencies features work by Terry Riley, Steve Reich, Philip Glass, Gavin Bryars, and Michael Nyman. All pieces but one are performed with four saxophones, whether originally scored for them or not. An excerpt from Glass' Mishima film score appears here, originally scored for string quartet. Reich's "New York Counterpoint" was originally scored for clarinets and tape.
To commemorate the 5 years of the disappearance of the true music Genius David Bowie , the jazz scene pays tribute to the legendary artist. Including: Keren Ann, The Puppini Sisters, Mike Garson, Bojan Z, Delta Saxophone Quartet Jen Chapen and Rosetta Trio, Caecilie Norby, Franck Wolf, Yelloworld and Eric Le Lann. Section of the Tracklisting was made by Jazz Magazine’s journalist Lionel Eskenazi.
To commemorate the 5 years of the disappearance of the true music Genius DAVID BOWIE, the jazz scene pays tribute to the legendary artist Including: Keren Ann • The Puppini Sisters • Mike Garson • Bojan Z • Delta Saxophone Quartet Jen Chapen & Rosetta Trio • Caecilie Norby • Franck Wolf •Yelloworld • Eric Le Lann…
Section of the Tracklisting was made by Jazz Magazine’s journalist Lionel Eskenazi
Imperial Quartet is the gathering of four improvisational musicians that have been accomplices for many years. The project came to light in the beginning of 2010. Based on a supple, generous, solid and on-alert upright bass/electric bass and drum rhythm, the band leans on the singularity of the undeniable coexistence that has united the saxophone players for over 10 years. Between the two of them, they share familie of saxophones from sopranino to bass, developing an original and unexpected sound pallate. This uncommon variety of pitches allows the exploration of new musical territory through the compositions proposed by the ensemble.