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Ferenc Snetberger: In Concert
ByKeith Jarrett. But while the playing is highly improvisational, Snétberger frequently draws on earlier compositions of his (and of course there's "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" as an encore).
"Budapest -Part 1" is a fiery opener, with rasgueado strumming (associated with flamenco). Initially improvised, it finally introduces an earlier melody that Snétberger always has at the ready. "Budapest -Part 2" is a calm contrast, showing the influence of Bach's contrapuntal writing. "Part 4" has a Brazilian samba feel, while "Part 5" is a free improvisationbut it sounds no less logical or precise than the prior selections. "Part 6" employs a tune previously performed under the title "Empathy." "Part 7" features the first performance of a new tune, and "Part 8" ends the main concert program with a reflective ballad. The version of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" was the encore for this performance at Budapest's Franz Liszt Academy of Music, a gentle exploration of the standard associated with the movie The Wizard of Oz.
It's a beautiful, assured performance, sure to appeal to fans of Ralph Towner, another classical guitarist (primarily) long associated with ECM. There are additional ECM recordings in preparation, including a new trio with Anders Jormin and Joey Baron. I look forward to hearing them.
Track Listing
Budapest - Part 1; Budapest - Part 2; Budapest - Part 3; Budapest - Part 4; Budapest - Part 5; Budapest - Part 6; Budapest - Part 7; Budapest - Part 8; Somewhere Over The Rainbow.
Personnel
Ferenc Snetberger
guitarFerenc Snétberger: guitar.
Album information
Title: In Concert | Year Released: 2016 | Record Label: ECM Records
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