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Niogi: Landing
ByAcoustic sounds definitely also have a strong role in the mix. Abramov's tenor and soprano saxophones are prominenttenor takes the lead role in "Jan's Balloon" after the EWI states the theme, for example. Shkolnik's piano is the foundation instrument throughout, and renowned Norwegian bassist Per Mathisen plays both acoustic and electric basses, providing a solid foundation.
Legendary engineer Jan Erik Kongshaug and Oslo's storied Rainbow Studio play a part as well. It was Kongshaug's idea to record the five pieces in Shkolnik's "Images" as a suite, providing a grand, picturesque conclusion to the albuma journey of some 24 minutes, by far the longest track. Core members Shkolnik and Abramov have provided a truly memorable set of tunesthe kind that almost immediately sound familiar, as if you had heard them beforeas well as being responsible for the arrangements. Another release that would have received more attention if it had "ECM" on the cover, and recommended to fans of that sound.
Track Listing
Getting It Wrong And Right; Jan's Balloon; Mercury Enters Virgo; Faces; Images (Opening, Osaka, Turning Point, Landing, Reunion).
Personnel
Omri Abramov: EWI, tenor and soprano saxophones; Guy Shkolnik: acoustic piano, synthesizers; Per Mathisen: acoustic bass, electric and fretless bass; Utsi Zimring: drums.
Album information
Title: Landing | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Alessa Records Jazz & Art
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