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Kevin Norton: Change Dance - troubled energy
By With this release, Norton enlists an impressive cast for a thematic foray founded upon sinuous movements, long rests between measures, and inventive soloing. On the opener, “Section A/Section B,” Norton (drums) and Mark Dresser (bass) build polyrhythmic frameworks that drive the horn section's accenting choruses. The musicians keenly alter their pitch and scope during many of these pieces. More importantly, a distinct sense of evolution prevails – partly thanks to trumpeter Dave Ballou’s rhythmic counterpoint to Norton’s organically-rendered timbral modeling techniques on “Trumpet/Percussion duo.” Moments later, the leader segues into a climactically paced percussion solo. But the gist of this recording resides within the variable flows and subliminal nature of the artist’s arrangements. The overall tone of this outing bespeaks magical characteristics – enriched by the musicians’ significant voices and coordinated sense of teamwork. Norton frequently abides by an orchestral methodology amid spacious environs, as he tends to bedazzle our imaginations in altogether captivating fashion. Recommended!!
Track Listing
1.Section A/Section B 2.Alto (Steve) focus: Section C 3.Alto (Rachel) focus: Section D 4.Bass/Trumpet focus: Section E 5.Trumpet/Percussion duo 6.Percussion solo 7.Collective focus: Section A/F 8.Coda
Personnel
Kevin Norton
percussionKevin Norton: drums, glockenspiel and percussion
Album information
Title: Change Dance - troubled energy | Year Released: 2002 | Record Label: Barking Hoop
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