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Christopher Lucas Wilson: Solemn Moments
by Hrayr Attarian
Pianist Christopher Lucas Wilson demonstrates his sophisticated style and vibrant sense of swing on his third release as a leader, the delightful Solemn Moments. Informed by the turmoil of the pandemic, the intimate set was recorded in Wilson's hometown of Detroit. Evenly split between covers and originals, the album boasts both thematic cohesiveness and engaging variation. On the title track, Wilson's chiming chords, drummer Jesse Kramer's dark rustle and bassist Noah Jackson's reverberating strings build a wistful mood. ...
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