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Alexis Valet: Explorers
By"Plaza de la Alfalfa" has a memorable bass line and memorable melody set to a straight eight jazz groove. Fattorini and Paganotti create a foundation for Valet to spin his lines over and capture the listener's attention with his lyricism. As an ensemble, the players control rhythm, harmony, and melody with clarity and listen to each other generously, evoking a fluidity in the music that is gratifying.
The rhythmic magnetism of delicate brush sounds from Paganotti's kit and Valet's warm harmony brings us a relaxing sensibility in "Any Sunday With Her." This number features a guest appearance by Ben van Gelder on saxophone, who turns in a solo of thrilling sounds of precision. Valet's improvisation is a celebration of the colors and moods of the specific sonorities of the composition.
Explorers is a project of impressive musicality and a reassuring collection of playing and listening by an ensemble filled with the comradery of well-chosen notes and luxuriant feels. Valet brings an ambitious European and American jazz project together in a manner that will satisfy the most discerning jazz fan.
Track Listing
Casual Polyglot; Plaza de la Alfalfa; L'Ile aux fleurs; Any Sunday With Her; Dixie's Dilemma; Voyager 1; Explorers; Fall; Dr. Jackle; Hats and Cards; What's Next.
Personnel
Additional Instrumentation
Ben van Gelder: alto saxophone (4, 7, 9, 10, 11); Bojan Z: piano (3, 7, 8, 10, 11).
Album information
Title: Explorers | Year Released: 2021 | Record Label: Jazz&People
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About Alexis Valet
Instrument: Vibraphone
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