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House of Waters: On Becoming

Read "On Becoming" reviewed by Jim Worsley


Flowing in many directions yet forever staying in the moment is largely the challenge and artistic purpose of House of Waters. Here they once again bring forth new and creative concepts that are freely exchanged and intertwined. New beginnings, drawn from multiple sources, as well as further exploration of the past, create the wonder, awe, and awareness of On Becoming. The dulcimer was not part of mainstream culture until Max ZT put it on the map. Joining with six string ...

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Oscar Penas: Music Of Departures And Returns

Read "Music Of Departures And Returns" reviewed by Dan Bilawsky


In putting together his fourth album, guitarist Oscar Penas looked to composers he connects with, songs that speak to him, and originals that fit comfortably with the rest. That's the concept here, plain and simple, and the end result is a thirty-eight minute beauty that's alluring and completely accessible. Two different rhythm sections and three guests come and go during these eight tracks, but Penas' presence ties everything together. The first three numbers--a cheery choro featuring clarinetist ...

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Emilio Teubal: Musica Para Un Dragon Dormido

Read "Musica Para Un Dragon Dormido" reviewed by AAJ Italy Staff


Musica Para Un Dragon Dormido (il riferimento è alla simbologia utilizzata nel calendario cinese) è la terza pubblicazione del pianista e compositore argentino Emilio Teubal. Con i due album precedenti si era messo in luce grazie ad una miscela di jazz e radici argentine di sicuro impatto ma in qualche modo ancora troppo legata a cliché consolidati. Con quest'ultima pubblicazione Teubal compie un deciso balzo in avanti, verso una matura consapevolezza delle proprie doti compositive ed una più ampia visione ...

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Oscar Penas: From Now On

Read "From Now On" reviewed by Dan Bilawsky


The music on From Now On is modern jazz marinated in the seductive flavors of Spain and South America. Guitarist Oscar Peñas' path lead him from Barcelona to Brooklyn, NY, and this geographic duality is ever-present in the intriguing blend of music that's presented on this, his debut for BJU records. While Iberian-influenced guitar lines often set the stage and thread their way through the music, this record goes well-beyond any single style or influence. Peñas' writing ...


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