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Ulrich Gumpert Quartett: A New One
ByThe quartet initiates the festivities with an uplifting jazz waltz on the aptly titled "The Opener." Other tracks are engineered with quirky odd-metered choruses and a host of variables that inject an air of suspense and intrigue, as the musicians often re-frame motifs from the initial point of entry. They explore free-bop and fuse linear structures into the big picture as Gumpert's multifunctional processes breed mathematical inferences to Monk-like pulses and patterns along with harmonious hooks, probing movements and darting articulations by saxophonist Jorg Wickihalder. Nonetheless, the respective musicians' imaginative powers are at the forefront on a per-track basis, as we may ponder what other wily trajectories or routes the band will take next.
" The Bop & The Hard Be" is built on a fast and furious impetus. Here, the saxophonist goes on a feeding frenzy of sorts as Gumpert's rhythmic solo spot, rooted on off-center metrics is complemented by a snazzy hook. However, they tone it down with a wistful ballad during "Iffie." Indeed, the ensemble reaches out to a wide-ranging audience.
Gumpert leads his associates through a mind-bending series of whirling unison choruses, starting at a slow pace and gradually speeding up the groove into hyper-mode that encompasses maddening climaxes and fire-breathing solo spots by the frontline. Hence, the consuming public will be the benefactors of a superfine session that offers more detours, delicacies and surprises then your typical action-thriller flick.
Track Listing
The Opener; A New One; Recitativo Secco; The Bop & The Hard Be; Süssholz; 100 Maassgelinzerte; Iffie; Number Nine; Ja?!; Scrollin’; Iffie’s Saloon.
Personnel
Ulrich Gumpert
pandeiroJürg Wickihalder: saxophones; Ulrich Gumpert: piano; Jan Roder: bass; Michael Griener: drums.
Album information
Title: A New One | Year Released: 2016 | Record Label: Intakt Records
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