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Andrew Bain: Embodied Hope
ByThe Embodied Hope suite is impressive from the very start. Sheets of Coltrane-esque tenor saxophone embellish the majestic opener "Accompaniment," invoking that memorable Impulse! sound. "Hope" is altogether different with Jon Irabagon and George Colligan stating the upbeat melody, which, being the longest track at just over 12 minutes, leads into an extended relaxed outing. Far from a meditative Coltrane, there's more of a joyous Sonny Rollins feel here.
The brisk tempo of "Practice" is underpinned from the outset by Michael Janisch's resonant bass work. Andrew Bain introduces "Surprise" with some forceful drumming and continues to provide tight percussive stewardship to this fast-paced hard bop number. The relatively more abstract opening to "Listening" takes a more labyrinthine turn with a complex structure, the piece gradually evolving into an exuberant outing based around a compelling melody and Irabagon's fiery playing now evokes a Giant Steps feel. The tension is eased with the laid-back "Trust" which has a near-Country feel and a short reprise of "Hope" closes the set. Bain's skilled and memorable compositions on Embodied Hope are expertly executed with first rate playing and shimmering moments of sheer brilliance.
Track Listing
Accompaniment; Hope; Practice; Responsibility; Surprise; Listening; Trust; Hope (Reprise).
Personnel
Andrew Bain
drumsAndrew Bain: drums; George Colligan: piano; Jon Irabagon: tenor saxophone; Michael Janisch: double bass.
Album information
Title: Embodied Hope | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Whirlwind Recordings Ltd
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