Trumpeter-flugelhornist Claudio Roditi is mostly the lead voice due to the
nature of his instrument, but in reality all three musicians contribute
equally to the music's success. In addition to two songs by Dizzy Gillespie
('Ow!' and 'Con Alma') the repertoire consists of eight originals from
pianist Klaus Ignatzek and one from Jean-Louis Rassinfosse. Despite the
absence of standards, the sound of the group is reminiscent of the Chet
Baker Trio of the 1980s, groups that sometimes included bassist Jean-Louis
Rassinfosse. In general this is pleasant easy listening music, even the
up-tempo numbers, due to the group's low volume, tasteful playing and
melodic improvising.
Roditi is often presented on records and in concert as a big band power
player but here we have an appealing illustration of the intimate and
elegant sides of his musical personality. Nevertheless this is very much a
trio of equals with each player listening to the others and developing their
ideas and moods. They are all inventive, melodic swingers so their music
plays to the head, the heart and the feet. This is an album that is likely
to grow on the listener for its honest jazz values.
lieu d'enregistrement : Dada Studio, Brussels
- Released : 01/11/2005
- Recorded : 25/08/2005 -> 27/08/2005
- Reference : CD 2065
- Support : CD
- Label : Nagel Heyer
